Prince Charles Hospital Helipad
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About Prince Charles Hospital Helipad
Prince Charles Hospital Helipad is a heliport in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Rhigos Airstrip (GB-0912), about 7.5 nm to the w.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| STRUMBLE CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL075 | FL195 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAFF ELLY WIND FARM | 12.2 nm | 195° | On request |
| M4 JUNCTION 36 | 15.5 nm | 207° | On request |
| LLANDEGFEDD | 16.1 nm | 105° | On request |
| ST HILARY TV-MAST | 18.4 nm | 182° | On request |
| WENVOE TV-MAST | 18.7 nm | 168° | On request |
| M4 JUNCTION 24 | 19.7 nm | 119° | On request |
| CARDIFF DOCKS | 20.4 nm | 154° | On request |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,214 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,375 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,165 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,201 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,306 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,266 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 1,345 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Prince Charles Hospital Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Prince Charles Hospital Helipad located?
Prince Charles Hospital Helipad is heliport located in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Prince Charles Hospital Helipad in?
Prince Charles Hospital Helipad is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Prince Charles Hospital Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Prince Charles Hospital Helipad is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Prince Charles Hospital Helipad?
The nearest airport to Prince Charles Hospital Helipad is Rhigos Airstrip (GB-0912), about 7.5 nm to the w, followed by Talgarth Glider Field and Abergavenny Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Prince Charles Hospital Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.