U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport
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About U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport
U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport is a heliport in Galveston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 35 ft (11 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 35 ft / 11 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS), about 5.1 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 35 ft / 11 m | 35 ft | Conc | Lighted | Open |
| H2 | 35 ft / 11 m | 35 ft | Conc | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Moody Plaza | 358 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport located?
U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport is heliport located in Galveston, United States, at an elevation of 35 ft (11 m).
How many runways does U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport have?
U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport has 2 runways, the longest being 35 ft / 11 m.
What time zone is U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport in?
U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport?
The nearest airport to U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport is Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS), about 5.1 nm to the sw, followed by Matt Doyle Airpark and Tiki Beach Bar & Grill Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. U of Texas Medical Branch Emergency Room Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.