Med West-Hoover Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 6m 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 Med West-Hoover Heliport
Med West-Hoover Heliport is a heliport in Hoover, United States. It sits at an elevation of 600 ft (183 m). It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Bessemer Airport (KEKY), about 4.3 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMJJ-FM | 1,027 ft | 938 ft | — |
| McKenzie Hall | 623 ft | 617 ft | — |
| Alabama Hall | 623 ft | 633 ft | — |
| Brown Hall | 620 ft | 620 ft | — |
| C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Rescource Center | 617 ft | 617 ft | — |
| L.H. Pitts Hall | 604 ft | 643 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 673 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 453 ft | 627 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Med West-Hoover Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Med West-Hoover Heliport located?
Med West-Hoover Heliport is heliport located in Hoover, United States, at an elevation of 600 ft (183 m).
What time zone is Med West-Hoover Heliport in?
Med West-Hoover Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Med West-Hoover Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Med West-Hoover Heliport is approximately 3.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Med West-Hoover Heliport?
The nearest airport to Med West-Hoover Heliport is Bessemer Airport (KEKY), about 4.3 nm to the sw, followed by Shelby County Airport and Flying X Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Med West-Hoover Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.