Blackheath - NPWS Helipad
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About Blackheath - NPWS Helipad
Blackheath - NPWS Helipad is a heliport in Blackheath - NPWS, Australia. It sits at an elevation of 3,316 ft (1,011 m). It observes Australia/Sydney local time. The nearest airport is Katoomba Airport (YKAT), about 2.5 nm to the sse.
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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| SYDNEY CTA C12 | Class C | CTA | FL115 | FL125 |
| SYDNEY CTA C11 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL115 |
| SYDNEY CTA C10 | Class C | CTA | 7500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| SYDNEY CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Blackheath - NPWS Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Blackheath - NPWS Helipad located?
Blackheath - NPWS Helipad is heliport located in Blackheath - NPWS, Australia, at an elevation of 3,316 ft (1,011 m).
What time zone is Blackheath - NPWS Helipad in?
Blackheath - NPWS Helipad is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Blackheath - NPWS Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Blackheath - NPWS Helipad is approximately 12.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Blackheath - NPWS Helipad?
The nearest airport to Blackheath - NPWS Helipad is Katoomba Airport (YKAT), about 2.5 nm to the sse, followed by RAAF Base Richmond and Gingkin Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Blackheath - NPWS Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.