Washington Post Heliport
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About Washington Post Heliport
Washington Post Heliport is a heliport in Washington, United States. It sits at an elevation of 175 ft (53 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 139 ft / 42 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 3.1 nm to the s.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 139 ft / 42 m | 66 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA FRZ | Special use | Restricted | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTTG (Washington) | 705 ft | 328 ft | — |
| WRC-TV (Washington) | 663 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Washington Monument | 554 ft | 26 ft | — |
| WMAL-FM Woodbridge | 495 ft | 358 ft | — |
| 143 | 469 ft | 105 ft | — |
| Capital One Tower | 459 ft | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 46 ft | — |
| CEB Tower At Central Place | 390 ft | 128 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Washington Post Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Washington Post Heliport located?
Washington Post Heliport is heliport located in Washington, United States, at an elevation of 175 ft (53 m).
How many runways does Washington Post Heliport have?
Washington Post Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 139 ft / 42 m.
What time zone is Washington Post Heliport in?
Washington Post Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Washington Post Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Washington Post Heliport is approximately 10.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Washington Post Heliport?
The nearest airport to Washington Post Heliport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 3.1 nm to the s, followed by College Park Airport and Joint Base Andrews.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Washington Post Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.