Ames Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 16m 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 Ames Heliport
Ames Heliport is a heliport in Hamilton, United States. It sits at an elevation of 64 ft (20 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 450 ft / 137 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Snow Airport (MA36), about 2.2 nm to the nne.
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 | 450 ft / 137 m | 100 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSTON CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| BEVERLY CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ames Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ames Heliport located?
Ames Heliport is heliport located in Hamilton, United States, at an elevation of 64 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Ames Heliport have?
Ames Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 450 ft / 137 m.
What time zone is Ames Heliport in?
Ames Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ames Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ames Heliport is approximately 14.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ames Heliport?
The nearest airport to Ames Heliport is Snow Airport (MA36), about 2.2 nm to the nne, followed by Beverly Regional Airport and Plum Island Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ames Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.