Fort McPherson Heliport
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About Fort McPherson Heliport
Fort McPherson Heliport is a heliport in Atlanta, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,052 ft (321 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 400 ft / 122 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 4.6 nm to the s.
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 | 400 ft / 122 m | 200 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATLANTA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| ATLANTA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| ATLANTA CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 12500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Plaza | 1,024 ft | 1,033 ft | — |
| State of Georgia Building | 886 ft | 1,102 ft | — |
| SunTrust Plaza | 869 ft | 1,073 ft | — |
| One Atlantic Center | 820 ft | 968 ft | — |
| 191 Peachtree Tower | 771 ft | 1,165 ft | — |
| Promenade II | 692 ft | 978 ft | — |
| AT&T Center | 676 ft | 1,056 ft | — |
| The Campanile | 656 ft | 988 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fort McPherson Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Fort McPherson Heliport located?
Fort McPherson Heliport is heliport located in Atlanta, United States, at an elevation of 1,052 ft (321 m).
How many runways does Fort McPherson Heliport have?
Fort McPherson Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 400 ft / 122 m.
What time zone is Fort McPherson Heliport in?
Fort McPherson Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort McPherson Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort McPherson Heliport is approximately 5.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort McPherson Heliport?
The nearest airport to Fort McPherson Heliport is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 4.6 nm to the s, followed by Fulton County Airport Brown Field and DeKalb Peachtree Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort McPherson Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.