Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport
Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Forchheim, Germany. It sits at an elevation of 879 ft (268 m). It observes Europe/Berlin local time. The nearest airport is Dobenreuth Glider Field (DE-0054), about 2.7 nm to the ese.
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(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUERNBERG | Class D | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL075 |
| TMZ-EDDN XPDR A4404 | Class E | TMZ | FL075 | FL100 |
| NUERNBERG | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| EDMM | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| ERLANGEN-HETZLES | Special use | Gliding sector | 4500 ft MSL | FL075 |
| FEUERSTEIN-OST | Special use | Gliding sector | FL075 | FL100 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVEMBER | 8.9 nm | 211° | Compulsory |
| OSCAR | 10.1 nm | 152° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 18.1 nm | 192° | Compulsory |
| FOXTROT | 19.1 nm | 166° | Compulsory |
| LINDACH | 27.9 nm | 225° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schornsteincam vom ESTW-Turm | 463 ft | 925 ft | — |
| Sender Bamberg (Kälberberg) | 456 ft | 1,818 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 889 ft | — |
| Langer Johann | 262 ft | 925 ft | — |
| Sender Fraunhofer IIS | 246 ft | 978 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 33 ft | 853 ft | — |
| Enercon | — | 1,220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,755 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport located?
Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Forchheim, Germany, at an elevation of 879 ft (268 m).
What time zone is Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport in?
Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport is approximately 4.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport is Dobenreuth Glider Field (DE-0054), about 2.7 nm to the ese, followed by Burg Feuerstein Airport and Hetzleser Berg Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Forchheim Franconian Switzerland Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.