Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad
Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad is a heliport in Calgary, Canada. It sits at an elevation of 3,761 ft (1,146 m). It observes America/Edmonton local time. The nearest airport is Calgary International Airport (YYC), about 5.7 nm to the ne.
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(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T727 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| CALGARY, AB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| CALGARY, AB TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V112 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| CALGARY INTL CZ | Class C | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| CALGARY, AB TCA | Class C | Controlled | 8000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| CALGARY, AB TCA | Class C | Controlled | 5500 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| CALGARY, AB TCA | Class C | Controlled | 4800 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| T727 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V112 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| CALGARY, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 5800 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 889 ft | 4,049 ft | — |
| Brookfield Place | 810 ft | 3,451 ft | — |
| The Bow | 774 ft | 3,415 ft | — |
| Eighth Avenue Place East | 696 ft | 3,445 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 676 ft | 3,921 ft | — |
| Calgary Tower | 627 ft | 3,474 ft | — |
| Centennial Place - East Tower | 597 ft | 3,501 ft | — |
| Eighth Avenue Place West | 581 ft | 3,445 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad located?
Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad is heliport located in Calgary, Canada, at an elevation of 3,761 ft (1,146 m).
What time zone is Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad in?
Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad is in the America/Edmonton time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad is approximately 13.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad?
The nearest airport to Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad is Calgary International Airport (YYC), about 5.7 nm to the ne, followed by Calgary / Springbank Airport and Airdrie Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Foothills Hospital McCaig Tower Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.