Joe Rye Heliport
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About Joe Rye Heliport
Joe Rye Heliport is a heliport in Pearland, United States. It sits at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 290 ft / 88 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Skyway Manor Airport (T79), about 2.2 nm to the sw.
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 | 290 ft / 88 m | 113 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KROI-FM (Seabrook) | 1,962 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Williams Tower | 902 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 673 ft | 161 ft | — |
| San Felipe Plaza | 627 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 623 ft | 118 ft | — |
| ExxonMobil Building | 607 ft | 135 ft | — |
| 1500 Louisiana Street | 600 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Marathon Oil Tower | 561 ft | 125 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Joe Rye Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Joe Rye Heliport located?
Joe Rye Heliport is heliport located in Pearland, United States, at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Joe Rye Heliport have?
Joe Rye Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 290 ft / 88 m.
What time zone is Joe Rye Heliport in?
Joe Rye Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Joe Rye Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Joe Rye Heliport is approximately 1.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Joe Rye Heliport?
The nearest airport to Joe Rye Heliport is Skyway Manor Airport (T79), about 2.2 nm to the sw, followed by William P. Hobby Airport and Houston Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Joe Rye Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.