Vista Medical Center East Heliport
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About Vista Medical Center East Heliport
Vista Medical Center East Heliport is a heliport in Waukegan, United States. It sits at an elevation of 624 ft (190 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 42 ft / 13 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Waukegan National Airport (UGN), about 3.1 nm to the nnw.
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 | 42 ft / 13 m | 42 ft | Conc | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO, WAUKEGAN REGIONAL CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3200 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO, WAUKEGAN REGIONAL CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 | — | 666 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 663 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 692 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 692 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 702 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 574 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 574 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 607 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vista Medical Center East Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vista Medical Center East Heliport located?
Vista Medical Center East Heliport is heliport located in Waukegan, United States, at an elevation of 624 ft (190 m).
How many runways does Vista Medical Center East Heliport have?
Vista Medical Center East Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 42 ft / 13 m.
What time zone is Vista Medical Center East Heliport in?
Vista Medical Center East Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vista Medical Center East Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vista Medical Center East Heliport is approximately 4.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vista Medical Center East Heliport?
The nearest airport to Vista Medical Center East Heliport is Waukegan National Airport (UGN), about 3.1 nm to the nnw, followed by Herbert C. Maas Airport and Donald Alfred Gade Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vista Medical Center East Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.