Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 24m 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 Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport
IWK Health is a major women's and children's (pediatric) hospital and trauma centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia that provides care to maritime youth, children and women from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and beyond. The IWK is the largest facility in Atlantic Canada caring for children, youth, and adolescents and is the only Level 1 pediatric trauma centre east of Quebec.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLO, NB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TCA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| SHEARWATER CZ | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TCA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class D | Controlled | 1700 ft MSL | 2900 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TCA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class D | Controlled | 2900 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| CHARLO, NB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Tower Halifax | 876 ft | 427 ft | — |
| Fenwick Tower | 322 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 75 ft | — |
| Purdy's Wharf Tower 2 | 289 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 249 ft | — |
| Purdy's Wharf Tower 1 | 243 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Maritime Centre | 233 ft | 115 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport located?
Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport is heliport located in Halifax, Canada, at an elevation of 223 ft (68 m).
What time zone is Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport in?
Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport is in the America/Halifax time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport is approximately 16.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport?
The nearest airport to Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport is Porters Lake Airport (CCF4), about 12.9 nm to the ene, followed by Halifax / Stanfield International Airport and East Gore Eco Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Halifax (IWK Health Centre) Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.