Watson Island Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 43m 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 Watson Island Heliport
Watson Island Heliport is a heliport in Miami, United States. It sits at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Miami International Airport (MIA), about 6.2 nm to the w.
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 | 50 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIAMI CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| MIAMI CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| MIAMI CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| MIAMI CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 1000 ft MSL | 7000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panorama Tower | 869 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Aston Martin Residences | 817 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Southeast Financial Center | 764 ft | 108 ft | — |
| 830 Brickell | 722 ft | 33 ft | — |
| One Thousand Museum | 709 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Marquis Miami | 696 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 689 ft | 46 ft | — |
| 900 Biscayne Bay | 656 ft | 59 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Watson Island Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Watson Island Heliport located?
Watson Island Heliport is heliport located in Miami, United States, at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Watson Island Heliport have?
Watson Island Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Watson Island Heliport in?
Watson Island Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Watson Island Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Watson Island Heliport is approximately 7.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Watson Island Heliport?
The nearest airport to Watson Island Heliport is Miami International Airport (MIA), about 6.2 nm to the w, followed by Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport and Dolphin Ultralight Flight Park.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Watson Island Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.