Aerospace Tech Center Heliport
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About Aerospace Tech Center Heliport
Aerospace Tech Center Heliport is a heliport in Columbia, United States. It sits at an elevation of 415 ft (126 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), about 8.2 nm to the ese.
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 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBFF-DT (Baltimore) | 1,260 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 896 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Transamerica | 528 ft | 39 ft | — |
| World Trade Center | 407 ft | 16 ft | — |
| Two Charles Center | 384 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 371 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Blaustein Building | 361 ft | 141 ft | — |
| 250 West Pratt Street | 361 ft | 30 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Aerospace Tech Center Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Aerospace Tech Center Heliport located?
Aerospace Tech Center Heliport is heliport located in Columbia, United States, at an elevation of 415 ft (126 m).
How many runways does Aerospace Tech Center Heliport have?
Aerospace Tech Center Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Aerospace Tech Center Heliport in?
Aerospace Tech Center Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Aerospace Tech Center Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Aerospace Tech Center Heliport is approximately 10.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Aerospace Tech Center Heliport?
The nearest airport to Aerospace Tech Center Heliport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), about 8.2 nm to the ese, followed by Glenair Airport and Fort Meade Executive Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Aerospace Tech Center Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.