Academy Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 46m 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 Academy Heliport
Academy Heliport is a heliport in Tampa, United States. It has 1 runway, the longest 30 ft / 9 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Peter O Knight Airport (TPF), about 2.4 nm to the sw.
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 | 30 ft / 9 m | 30 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 6000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 North Tampa | 581 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Bank of America Plaza | 577 ft | 62 ft | — |
| One Tampa City Center | 525 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Truist Place | 515 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Park Tower | 476 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Element | 459 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Rivergate Tower | 456 ft | 39 ft | — |
| SkyPoint | 413 ft | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Academy Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Academy Heliport located?
Academy Heliport is heliport located in Tampa, United States.
How many runways does Academy Heliport have?
Academy Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 30 ft / 9 m.
What time zone is Academy Heliport in?
Academy Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Academy Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Academy Heliport is approximately 6.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Academy Heliport?
The nearest airport to Academy Heliport is Peter O Knight Airport (TPF), about 2.4 nm to the sw, followed by Tampa Executive Airport and Tampa International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Academy Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.