Hughes/Corporate Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 11m 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 Hughes/Corporate Heliport
The Hughes Airport was a private airport owned by Howard Hughes for the Hughes Aircraft Company. It was located just north of the Westchester bluffs and district of Los Angeles, California, from 1940 until its closure in 1985. It was directly south of and along Jefferson Boulevard and Ballona Creek, the location of the present-day neighborhood of Playa Vista.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 120 ft / 37 m | 60 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA N | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| LOS ANGELES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 ft MSL |
| SANTA MONICA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Bank Tower | 1,017 ft | 328 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 863 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 804 ft | 351 ft | — |
| Two California Plaza | 751 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 748 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Gas Company Tower | 748 ft | 407 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 728 ft | 472 ft | — |
| 777 Tower | 719 ft | 305 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hughes/Corporate Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hughes/Corporate Heliport located?
Hughes/Corporate Heliport is heliport located in Los Angeles, United States, at an elevation of 75 ft (23 m).
How many runways does Hughes/Corporate Heliport have?
Hughes/Corporate Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 120 ft / 37 m.
What time zone is Hughes/Corporate Heliport in?
Hughes/Corporate Heliport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hughes/Corporate Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hughes/Corporate Heliport is approximately 11.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hughes/Corporate Heliport?
The nearest airport to Hughes/Corporate Heliport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 1.6 nm to the sse, followed by Santa Monica Municipal Airport and Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hughes/Corporate Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.