Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport
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About Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport
Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport is a heliport in Hammond, United States. It sits at an elevation of 624 ft (190 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 60 ft / 18 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Lansing Municipal Airport (KIGQ), about 4.8 nm to the s.
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 | 60 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 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 | — | 771 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport located?
Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport is heliport located in Hammond, United States, at an elevation of 624 ft (190 m).
How many runways does Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport have?
Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 60 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport in?
Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport?
The nearest airport to Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport is Lansing Municipal Airport (KIGQ), about 4.8 nm to the s, followed by Gary/Chicago International Airport and Griffith-Merrillville Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Franciscan Health Hammond Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.