Rittenhouse Army Heliport
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About Rittenhouse Army Heliport
Rittenhouse Army Heliport formally Williams Field Auxiliary No. 2 is an Arizona Army National Guard training airstrip 11.5 miles east of the central business district of Queen Creek, a city in Pinal County, Arizona, United States and 31 miles southeast of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 1,500 ft / 457 m | 50 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX CLASS B AREA P | Class B | Controlled | 7000 ft MSL | 9000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rittenhouse Army Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rittenhouse Army Heliport located?
Rittenhouse Army Heliport is heliport located in Queen Creek, United States, at an elevation of 1,550 ft (472 m).
How many runways does Rittenhouse Army Heliport have?
Rittenhouse Army Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,500 ft / 457 m.
What time zone is Rittenhouse Army Heliport in?
Rittenhouse Army Heliport is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rittenhouse Army Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rittenhouse Army Heliport is approximately 9.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rittenhouse Army Heliport?
The nearest airport to Rittenhouse Army Heliport is Pegasus Airpark (5AZ3), about 5.8 nm to the wsw, followed by Mesa Gateway Airport and Florence Military Reservation Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rittenhouse Army Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.