The Wilshire Thayer Heliport
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About The Wilshire Thayer Heliport
The Wilshire Thayer Heliport is a heliport in Los Angeles, United States. It sits at an elevation of 470 ft (143 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO), about 3 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 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA N | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SANTA MONICA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Bank Tower | 1,017 ft | 328 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 863 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 804 ft | 351 ft | — |
| Two California Plaza | 751 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Gas Company Tower | 748 ft | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 748 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 728 ft | 472 ft | — |
| 777 Tower | 719 ft | 305 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from The Wilshire Thayer Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Wilshire Thayer Heliport located?
The Wilshire Thayer Heliport is heliport located in Los Angeles, United States, at an elevation of 470 ft (143 m).
How many runways does The Wilshire Thayer Heliport have?
The Wilshire Thayer Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is The Wilshire Thayer Heliport in?
The Wilshire Thayer Heliport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at The Wilshire Thayer Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at The Wilshire Thayer Heliport is approximately 11.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near The Wilshire Thayer Heliport?
The nearest airport to The Wilshire Thayer Heliport is Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO), about 3 nm to the ssw, followed by Los Angeles International Airport and Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. The Wilshire Thayer Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.