Federal Center Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Federal Center Heliport
Federal Center Heliport is a heliport in Waltham, United States. It sits at an elevation of 220 ft (67 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 60 ft / 18 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED), about 5.5 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 | 60 ft / 18 m | 50 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| BOSTON CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| BOSTON CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| BEDFORD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Clarendon | 791 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton | 741 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Millenium Tower | 686 ft | 52 ft | — |
| One Boston Place | 600 ft | 79 ft | — |
| One International Place | 600 ft | 118 ft | — |
| 111 Huntington Ave | 554 ft | 49 ft | — |
| One Post Office Square | 525 ft | 92 ft | — |
| One Federal | 522 ft | 69 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Federal Center Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Federal Center Heliport located?
Federal Center Heliport is heliport located in Waltham, United States, at an elevation of 220 ft (67 m).
How many runways does Federal Center Heliport have?
Federal Center Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 60 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is Federal Center Heliport in?
Federal Center Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Federal Center Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Federal Center Heliport is approximately 13.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Federal Center Heliport?
The nearest airport to Federal Center Heliport is Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED), about 5.5 nm to the nw, followed by Boston Logan International Airport and Sudbury Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Federal Center Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.