McCandless Towers Heliport
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About McCandless Towers Heliport
McCandless Towers Heliport is a heliport in Santa Clara, United States. It sits at an elevation of 201 ft (61 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), about 2.5 nm to the se.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA M | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN JOSE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| SAN JOSE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| SAN JOSE CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 89 ft | — |
| 50 West | 262 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Bank of Italy Building | 256 ft | 157 ft | — |
| One South Market | 240 ft | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from McCandless Towers Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is McCandless Towers Heliport located?
McCandless Towers Heliport is heliport located in Santa Clara, United States, at an elevation of 201 ft (61 m).
How many runways does McCandless Towers Heliport have?
McCandless Towers Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is McCandless Towers Heliport in?
McCandless Towers Heliport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at McCandless Towers Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at McCandless Towers Heliport is approximately 12.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near McCandless Towers Heliport?
The nearest airport to McCandless Towers Heliport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), about 2.5 nm to the se, followed by Moffett Federal Airfield and Reid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara County.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. McCandless Towers Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.