Tourist Ride Services Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Tourist Ride Services Heliport
Tourist Ride Services Heliport is a heliport in Galveston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS), about 1.2 nm to the n.
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 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GALVESTON CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| GALVESTON CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| EXCLUDED FROM A381 | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| DZ PTX047 SR-SS | Special use | Danger | GND | 14500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Moody Plaza | 358 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tourist Ride Services Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tourist Ride Services Heliport located?
Tourist Ride Services Heliport is heliport located in Galveston, United States, at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Tourist Ride Services Heliport have?
Tourist Ride Services Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Tourist Ride Services Heliport in?
Tourist Ride Services Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tourist Ride Services Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tourist Ride Services Heliport is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tourist Ride Services Heliport?
The nearest airport to Tourist Ride Services Heliport is Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS), about 1.2 nm to the n, followed by Johnnie Volk Field and Matt Doyle Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tourist Ride Services Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.