Research Medical Center Heliport
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About Research Medical Center Heliport
Research Medical Center Heliport is a heliport in Kansas City, United States. It sits at an elevation of 947 ft (289 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 70 ft / 21 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Runway Ranch Airport (2MO9), about 6.1 nm to the se.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H2 | 70 ft / 21 m | 100 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
| H1 | 60 ft / 18 m | 55 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY CLASS B AREA D EXCL. A,B,C | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Kansas City Place | 623 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 902 ft | — |
| Power & Light Apartments | 482 ft | 892 ft | — |
| Kansas City City Hall | 443 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 883 ft | — |
| Commerce Tower | 407 ft | 958 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 1,010 ft | — |
| Lathrop & Gage | 351 ft | 830 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Research Medical Center Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Research Medical Center Heliport located?
Research Medical Center Heliport is heliport located in Kansas City, United States, at an elevation of 947 ft (289 m).
How many runways does Research Medical Center Heliport have?
Research Medical Center Heliport has 2 runways, the longest being 70 ft / 21 m.
What time zone is Research Medical Center Heliport in?
Research Medical Center Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Research Medical Center Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Research Medical Center Heliport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Research Medical Center Heliport?
The nearest airport to Research Medical Center Heliport is Runway Ranch Airport (2MO9), about 6.1 nm to the se, followed by Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport and Lee's Summit Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Research Medical Center Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.