Queen Elizabeth Hospital
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About Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Hospital is a heliport in United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport (GLA), about 3.1 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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLASGOW CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 TMZ | Class D | TMZ | 6000 ft MSL | FL100 |
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 | Class D | TMA | 6000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KINGSTON BRIDGE | 2.5 nm | 098° | On request |
| BARRHEAD | 4.1 nm | 204° | On request |
| ERSKINE BRIDGE | 5.4 nm | 311° | On request |
| BISHOPTON | 5.9 nm | 294° | On request |
| EAST KILBRIDE | 8.2 nm | 136° | On request |
| BAILLIESTON | 8.5 nm | 093° | On request |
| DUMBARTON | 9.1 nm | 303° | On request |
| KILMACOLM | 9.8 nm | 282° | On request |
| ALEXANDRIA | 11 nm | 314° | On request |
| ARDMORE POINT | 13.7 nm | 299° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Tower | 417 ft | 16 ft | — |
| Cathkin Braes Wind Farm | 394 ft | 584 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 748 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 791 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 856 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 751 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 827 ft | — |
| Newlands | 243 ft | 207 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Queen Elizabeth Hospital located?
Queen Elizabeth Hospital is heliport located in United Kingdom.
What time zone is Queen Elizabeth Hospital in?
Queen Elizabeth Hospital is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Queen Elizabeth Hospital?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Queen Elizabeth Hospital is approximately 0.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Queen Elizabeth Hospital?
The nearest airport to Queen Elizabeth Hospital is Glasgow Airport (GLA), about 3.1 nm to the w, followed by South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip and Nethershields Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Queen Elizabeth Hospital data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.