Alcatraz Heliport
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About Alcatraz Heliport
Alcatraz Heliport is a heliport in San Francisco, United States. It sits at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 60 ft / 18 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK), about 11.4 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 | 60 ft / 18 m | 60 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| METROPOLITAN OAKLAND AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 4000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salesforce Tower | 1,070 ft | 79 ft | — |
| KALW-FM (San Francisco) | 974 ft | 860 ft | — |
| 181 Fremont Tower | 801 ft | 69 ft | — |
| California Center | 696 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Millennium Tower | 646 ft | 49 ft | — |
| One Rincon Hill South Tower | 640 ft | 118 ft | — |
| The Avery | 617 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Park Tower at Transbay | 600 ft | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Alcatraz Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alcatraz Heliport located?
Alcatraz Heliport is heliport located in San Francisco, United States, at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m).
How many runways does Alcatraz Heliport have?
Alcatraz Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 60 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is Alcatraz Heliport in?
Alcatraz Heliport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Alcatraz Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Alcatraz Heliport is approximately 12.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Alcatraz Heliport?
The nearest airport to Alcatraz Heliport is San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK), about 11.4 nm to the se, followed by San Rafael Airport and San Francisco International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Alcatraz Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.