Franklin Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 50m 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 Franklin Heliport
Franklin Heliport is a heliport in Wilkes Barre, United States. It sits at an elevation of 710 ft (216 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 140 ft / 43 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Wilkes Barre Wyoming Valley Airport (WBW), about 4.8 nm to the nne.
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 | 140 ft / 43 m | 90 ft | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,998 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,942 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,965 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,955 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,982 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,001 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,011 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,133 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Franklin Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Franklin Heliport located?
Franklin Heliport is heliport located in Wilkes Barre, United States, at an elevation of 710 ft (216 m).
How many runways does Franklin Heliport have?
Franklin Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 140 ft / 43 m.
What time zone is Franklin Heliport in?
Franklin Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Franklin Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Franklin Heliport is approximately 11.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Franklin Heliport?
The nearest airport to Franklin Heliport is Wilkes Barre Wyoming Valley Airport (WBW), about 4.8 nm to the nne, followed by Countryside Airport and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Franklin Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.