University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport
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About University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport
University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Lexington, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,050 ft (320 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 180 ft / 55 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Blue Grass Airport (LEX), about 4.7 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 180 ft / 55 m | 40 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEXINGTON, BLUE GRASS AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| LEXINGTON, BLUE GRASS AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 5000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKYT-TV (Lexington);WVLK-FM (Lexington) | 1,001 ft | 1,017 ft | — |
| WTVQ-TV (Lexington) | 994 ft | 1,014 ft | — |
| WLEX-TV (Lexington) | 669 ft | 951 ft | — |
| WLAP-FM (Lexington) | 669 ft | 942 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 538 ft | 1,004 ft | — |
| WKQQ-FM (Lexington) | 531 ft | 1,063 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 531 ft | 1,056 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 981 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport located?
University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Lexington, United States, at an elevation of 1,050 ft (320 m).
How many runways does University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport have?
University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 180 ft / 55 m.
What time zone is University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport in?
University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport is approximately 6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport is Blue Grass Airport (LEX), about 4.7 nm to the w, followed by Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field and Coal Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. University of Kentucky Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.