VAPHS Helipad
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About VAPHS Helipad
VAPHS Helipad is a heliport in Pittsburgh, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,226 ft (374 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 54 ft / 16 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Allegheny County Airport (AGC), about 5.8 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 54 ft / 16 m | 54 ft | Rooftop | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURGH CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| PITTSBURGH CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPXI-TV (Pittsburgh) | 1,198 ft | 1,188 ft | — |
| WDSY-FM (Pittsburgh) | 863 ft | 1,188 ft | — |
| U.S. Steel Tower | 840 ft | 794 ft | — |
| BNY Mellon Center | 725 ft | 866 ft | — |
| BNY Mellon Center | 725 ft | 876 ft | — |
| KDKA-AM (Pittsburgh) | 715 ft | 1,089 ft | — |
| Fifth Avenue Place | 617 ft | 748 ft | — |
| WQEX-TV (Pittsburgh);WQED-TV (Pittsburgh);WQED-FM (Pittsburgh);WINP-TV (Pittsburgh);WEPA-CD (Pittsburgh) | 600 ft | 1,181 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from VAPHS Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is VAPHS Helipad located?
VAPHS Helipad is heliport located in Pittsburgh, United States, at an elevation of 1,226 ft (374 m).
How many runways does VAPHS Helipad have?
VAPHS Helipad has 1 runway, the longest being 54 ft / 16 m.
What time zone is VAPHS Helipad in?
VAPHS Helipad is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at VAPHS Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at VAPHS Helipad is approximately 9.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near VAPHS Helipad?
The nearest airport to VAPHS Helipad is Allegheny County Airport (AGC), about 5.8 nm to the sse, followed by Nardo Airport and Cedar Run Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. VAPHS Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.