West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport
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About West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport
West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport is a heliport in Marrero, United States. It sits at an elevation of 2 ft (1 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 112 ft / 34 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Southern Seaplane Airport (BCS), about 4.1 nm to the ese.
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 | 112 ft / 34 m | 72 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS NAS ALVIN CALLENDER FIELD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS NAS ALVIN CALLENDER FIELD CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| EXCLUDED FROM A381 | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Whitney Center | 696 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Sheraton New Orleans Hotel | 479 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 33 ft | — |
| New Orleans Marriott | 449 ft | 141 ft | — |
| One Canal Place | 440 ft | 194 ft | — |
| 1010 Common | 440 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 423 ft | 92 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport located?
West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport is heliport located in Marrero, United States, at an elevation of 2 ft (1 m).
How many runways does West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport have?
West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 112 ft / 34 m.
What time zone is West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport in?
West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport?
The nearest airport to West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport is Southern Seaplane Airport (BCS), about 4.1 nm to the ese, followed by New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field and Fisher's Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. West Jefferson Medical Center Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.