King's College Hospital Helipad
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 43m 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 King's College Hospital Helipad
King's College Hospital is a major teaching hospital and major trauma centre in Denmark Hill, Camberwell in the London Borough of Lambeth, referred to locally and by staff simply as "King's" or abbreviated internally to "KCH". It is managed by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. It serves a local population of 700,000 in the London boroughs of Southwark and Lambeth, but also serves as a tertiary referral centre in certain specialties to millions of people in southern England. It is a large teaching hospital and is, with Guy's Hospital and St. Thomas' Hospital, the location of King's College London School of Medicine and one of the institutions that comprise the King's Health Partners, an academic health science centre. The chief executive is Dr Clive Kay. It is also the birthplace of Queen Camilla.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON CITY CTA | Class D | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| LONDON CITY CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BURGESS PARK | 1.1 nm | 024° | On request |
| BELAIR PARK | 1.5 nm | 176° | On request |
| LONDON EYE | 2.4 nm | 334° | On request |
| KIDBROOKE FLATS | 4.5 nm | 095° | On request |
| LONDON STADIUM | 5.1 nm | 034° | On request |
| THAMES BARRIER | 5.1 nm | 070° | On request |
| ARSENAL | 5.3 nm | 353° | On request |
| BECKTON ROUNDABOUT | 7.1 nm | 061° | On request |
| ALLY PALLY | 7.7 nm | 350° | On request |
| BANBURY RESERVOIR | 8.5 nm | 015° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shard | 1,017 ft | 62 ft | — |
| 22 Bishopsgate Tower | 912 ft | 62 ft | — |
| One Canada Square | 771 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Heron Tower | 755 ft | 62 ft | — |
| The Leadenhall Building | 738 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Crystal Palace Transmitter | 719 ft | 354 ft | — |
| One Park Drive | 673 ft | 33 ft | — |
| HSBC UK | 656 ft | 72 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from King's College Hospital Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is King's College Hospital Helipad located?
King's College Hospital Helipad is heliport located in London, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 88 ft (27 m).
What time zone is King's College Hospital Helipad in?
King's College Hospital Helipad is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at King's College Hospital Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at King's College Hospital Helipad is approximately 1.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near King's College Hospital Helipad?
The nearest airport to King's College Hospital Helipad is London City Airport (LCY), about 5.9 nm to the ene, followed by London Biggin Hill Airport and Kenley Glider Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. King's College Hospital Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.