Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport
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About Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport
Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport is a heliport in Palm Desert, United States. It sits at an elevation of 314 ft (96 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 36 ft / 11 m. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Bermuda Dunes Airport (UDD), about 5.6 nm to the ese.
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 | 36 ft / 11 m | 36 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 725 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 728 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 659 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 659 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 745 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 771 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 656 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 705 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport located?
Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport is heliport located in Palm Desert, United States, at an elevation of 314 ft (96 m).
How many runways does Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport have?
Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 36 ft / 11 m.
What time zone is Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport in?
Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport is approximately 10.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport?
The nearest airport to Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport is Bermuda Dunes Airport (UDD), about 5.6 nm to the ese, followed by Palm Springs International Airport and Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Riverside County Sheriff's Department Palm Desert Station Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.