Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport
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About Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport
Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Chicago, United States. It sits at an elevation of 720 ft (219 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 9.6 nm to the ssw.
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 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Mats | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Tower | 1,450 ft | 633 ft | — |
| 875 N Michigan | 1,125 ft | 574 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 1,115 ft | 614 ft | — |
| Franklin Center North Tower | 1,007 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Two Prudential Plaza | 994 ft | 748 ft | — |
| 311 South Wacker Drive | 961 ft | 620 ft | — |
| One Prudential Plaza | 912 ft | 735 ft | — |
| NEMA Chicago | 896 ft | 574 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport located?
Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 720 ft (219 m).
How many runways does Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport have?
Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport in?
Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 9.6 nm to the ssw, followed by Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Chicago Executive Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.