Vancouver General Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 48m 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 Vancouver General Hospital Heliport
Vancouver General Hospital is a medical facility located in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the largest facility in the Vancouver Hospital and Health Sciences Centre (VHHSC) group of medical facilities. VGH is Canada's third largest hospital by bed count, after Hamilton General Hospital, and Foothills Medical Centre.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T775 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V300 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V330 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V304 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V317 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T618 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V347 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V321 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T611 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER OUTER CONTROL ZONE CZ | Class C | Controlled | 800 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 9500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Shangri-La | 659 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Altus | 614 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Brentwood Two | 614 ft | 174 ft | — |
| Brentwood One | 610 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Station Square 5 | 564 ft | 433 ft | — |
| Vancouver House | 515 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Triomphe Residences | 499 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Stratus | 489 ft | 125 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vancouver General Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vancouver General Hospital Heliport located?
Vancouver General Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Vancouver, Canada, at an elevation of 235 ft (72 m).
What time zone is Vancouver General Hospital Heliport in?
Vancouver General Hospital Heliport is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vancouver General Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vancouver General Hospital Heliport is approximately 15.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vancouver General Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Vancouver General Hospital Heliport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 4.7 nm to the ssw, followed by Boundary Bay Airport and Delta Heritage Air Park.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vancouver General Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.