Lift Crane Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 40m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Lift Crane Heliport
Lift Crane Heliport is a heliport in Houston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 65 ft (20 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Flyin' B Airport (39R), about 6.3 nm to the sse.
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 | 40 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPMorgan Chase Tower | 1,001 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Plaza | 991 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Williams Tower | 902 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 761 ft | 52 ft | — |
| 609 Main | 755 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Fulbright Tower | 725 ft | 62 ft | — |
| 1400 Smith Street | 692 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Three Allen Center | 686 ft | 75 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lift Crane Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lift Crane Heliport located?
Lift Crane Heliport is heliport located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 65 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Lift Crane Heliport have?
Lift Crane Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Lift Crane Heliport in?
Lift Crane Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lift Crane Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lift Crane Heliport is approximately 1.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lift Crane Heliport?
The nearest airport to Lift Crane Heliport is Flyin' B Airport (39R), about 6.3 nm to the sse, followed by Houston Southwest Airport and Skyway Manor Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lift Crane Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.