Herisau Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 33m 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 Herisau Hospital Heliport
Herisau Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Herisau, Switzerland. It sits at an elevation of 2,562 ft (781 m). It observes Europe/Zurich local time. The nearest airport is Sitterdorf Airfield (LSZV), about 7.3 nm to the n.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA ZUERICH ALPS | Class C | CTA | FL150 | FL600 |
| CTA ZUERICH ALPS MIL ON | Class C | CTA | FL130 | FL150 |
| CTA ZUERICH MITTELLAND/JURA | Class C | CTA | FL100 | FL600 |
| TMA ZUERICH 5A | Class C | TMA | 6500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| TMA ZUERICH 6B | Class C | TMA | 7500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| SWISS FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Switzerland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z | 7.5 nm | 054° | On request |
| V | 10.7 nm | 026° | On request |
| S | 15.6 nm | 076° | On request |
| BAUMA | 16.7 nm | 267° | Compulsory |
| BÄRETSWIL | 17.6 nm | 260° | Compulsory |
| TURBENTHAL | 17.8 nm | 279° | Compulsory |
| E | 18.3 nm | 063° | On request |
| HINWIL | 19 nm | 255° | Compulsory |
| RÜTI | 19.4 nm | 247° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sender Säntis | 407 ft | 7,972 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 240 ft | 5,741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,841 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,701 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,645 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,795 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,772 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Herisau Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Herisau Hospital Heliport located?
Herisau Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Herisau, Switzerland, at an elevation of 2,562 ft (781 m).
What time zone is Herisau Hospital Heliport in?
Herisau Hospital Heliport is in the Europe/Zurich time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Herisau Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Herisau Hospital Heliport is approximately 3.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Herisau Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Herisau Hospital Heliport is Sitterdorf Airfield (LSZV), about 7.3 nm to the n, followed by Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport and Lommis Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Herisau Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.