UNC Rex Hospital Helipad
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About UNC Rex Hospital Helipad
UNC Rex Hospital Helipad is a heliport in Raleigh, United States. It sits at an elevation of 481 ft (147 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), about 5.5 nm to the nw.
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 | Rooftop | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RALEIGH-DURHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1700 ft MSL | 4400 ft MSL |
| RALEIGH-DURHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 1,578 ft | 469 ft | — |
| PNC Plaza | 538 ft | 348 ft | — |
| Two Hannover Square | 430 ft | 315 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Capitol Center | 400 ft | 397 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 315 ft | — |
| SkyHouse Raleigh | 262 ft | 354 ft | — |
| Captrust Tower | 259 ft | 410 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 384 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from UNC Rex Hospital Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is UNC Rex Hospital Helipad located?
UNC Rex Hospital Helipad is heliport located in Raleigh, United States, at an elevation of 481 ft (147 m).
How many runways does UNC Rex Hospital Helipad have?
UNC Rex Hospital Helipad has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is UNC Rex Hospital Helipad in?
UNC Rex Hospital Helipad is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at UNC Rex Hospital Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at UNC Rex Hospital Helipad is approximately 9.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near UNC Rex Hospital Helipad?
The nearest airport to UNC Rex Hospital Helipad is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), about 5.5 nm to the nw, followed by Cox Airport and Bagwell Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. UNC Rex Hospital Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.