Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 13h 2m 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 Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport
Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport is a heliport in Rockford, United States. It sits at an elevation of 908 ft (277 m). It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Poplar Grove Airport (KC77), about 5.5 nm to the e.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WXRX-FM (Belvidere) | 804 ft | 787 ft | — |
| WIFR-LD | 728 ft | 817 ft | — |
| WTVO-TV (Rockford) | 709 ft | 784 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport located?
Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport is heliport located in Rockford, United States, at an elevation of 908 ft (277 m).
What time zone is Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport in?
Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport is approximately 3.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport?
The nearest airport to Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport is Poplar Grove Airport (KC77), about 5.5 nm to the e, followed by Latham Park Aero Estates Airport and Mc Curdy Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mercyhealth System-Riverside Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.