Medical West Heliport
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About Medical West Heliport
Medical West Heliport is a heliport in Bessemer, United States. It sits at an elevation of 670 ft (204 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Bessemer Airport (KEKY), about 4.8 nm to the se.
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 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DZ PAL033 1030-SS; WKNDS | Special use | Danger | GND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMJJ-FM | 1,027 ft | 938 ft | — |
| McKenzie Hall | 623 ft | 617 ft | — |
| Alabama Hall | 623 ft | 633 ft | — |
| Brown Hall | 620 ft | 620 ft | — |
| C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Rescource Center | 617 ft | 617 ft | — |
| L.H. Pitts Hall | 604 ft | 643 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 673 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 453 ft | 627 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Medical West Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Medical West Heliport located?
Medical West Heliport is heliport located in Bessemer, United States, at an elevation of 670 ft (204 m).
How many runways does Medical West Heliport have?
Medical West Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is Medical West Heliport in?
Medical West Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Medical West Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Medical West Heliport is approximately 3.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Medical West Heliport?
The nearest airport to Medical West Heliport is Bessemer Airport (KEKY), about 4.8 nm to the se, followed by Flying X Ranch Airport and Shelby County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Medical West Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.