Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport
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About Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport
Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport is a closed in Elgin, United States. It sits at an elevation of 730 ft (223 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 25 ft / 8 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Dupage Airport (DPA), about 6.9 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 | 25 ft / 8 m | 25 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMAQ-AM (Chicago) | 748 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 791 ft | — |
| MidAmerica Towers, Inc Plato Center Site | 302 ft | 1,033 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 768 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport located?
Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport is closed located in Elgin, United States, at an elevation of 730 ft (223 m).
How many runways does Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport have?
Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 25 ft / 8 m.
What time zone is Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport in?
Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport is approximately 3.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport?
The nearest airport to Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport is Dupage Airport (DPA), about 6.9 nm to the sse, followed by Koppie Airport and Olson Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Illinois Department of Transportation Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.