UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport
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About UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport
UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport is a heliport in Gardendale, United States. It sits at an elevation of 630 ft (192 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Parker Field (AL18), about 2.9 nm to the nw.
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 / H1 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIRMINGHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1900 ft MSL | 4600 ft MSL |
| BIRMINGHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2400 ft MSL | 4600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Hall | 623 ft | 633 ft | — |
| McKenzie Hall | 623 ft | 617 ft | — |
| Brown Hall | 620 ft | 620 ft | — |
| C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Rescource Center | 617 ft | 617 ft | — |
| L.H. Pitts Hall | 604 ft | 643 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 673 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 453 ft | 627 ft | — |
| Amsouth Harbert Tower | 436 ft | 604 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport located?
UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport is heliport located in Gardendale, United States, at an elevation of 630 ft (192 m).
How many runways does UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport have?
UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport in?
UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport is approximately 4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport?
The nearest airport to UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport is Parker Field (AL18), about 2.9 nm to the nw, followed by Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport and Turkey Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. UAB Hospital/Gardendale Fed Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.