Maidstone Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 35m 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 Maidstone Hospital Heliport
Maidstone Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 285 ft (87 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Rankins Farm Airfield (GB-0799), about 4.4 nm to the sse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TUNBRIDGE WELLS | 11.9 nm | 224° | On request |
| M25 JUNCTION 4 | 13 nm | 289° | Compulsory |
| LONDON GATEWAY PORT | 13.7 nm | 003° | On request |
| QEII | 14.1 nm | 323° | On request |
| SHEERNESS DOCKS | 14.1 nm | 044° | On request |
| SOUTHEND PIER | 16.8 nm | 032° | On request |
| KIDBROOKE FLATS | 20.4 nm | 303° | On request |
| THAMES BARRIER | 21.4 nm | 308° | On request |
| BECKTON ROUNDABOUT | 21.5 nm | 314° | On request |
| LONDON STADIUM | 24.5 nm | 310° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrotham transmitter | 581 ft | 712 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 16 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 515 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 16 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Maidstone Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Maidstone Hospital Heliport located?
Maidstone Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 285 ft (87 m).
What time zone is Maidstone Hospital Heliport in?
Maidstone Hospital Heliport is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Maidstone Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Maidstone Hospital Heliport is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Maidstone Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Maidstone Hospital Heliport is Rankins Farm Airfield (GB-0799), about 4.4 nm to the sse, followed by Rochester Airport and Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Maidstone Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.