Ninewells Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 33m 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 Ninewells Hospital Heliport
Ninewells Hospital is a large teaching hospital, based on the western edge of Dundee, Scotland. It is internationally renowned for introducing laparoscopic surgery to the UK as well as being a leading centre in developing fields such as the management of cancer, medical genetics and robotic surgery. Within the UK, it is also a major NHS facility for psychosurgery. The medical school was ranked first in the UK in 2009. The hospital has nursing and research links with the University of Dundee and is managed by NHS Tayside.
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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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAY CTA 5 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| TAY CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DUNDEE | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2017 ft MSL |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROUGHTY CASTLE | 5.7 nm | 090° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angus transmitter | 774 ft | 1,010 ft | — |
| Forfar transmitter | 499 ft | 659 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 564 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 715 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 699 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 827 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 614 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ninewells Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ninewells Hospital Heliport located?
Ninewells Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Dundee, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 179 ft (55 m).
What time zone is Ninewells Hospital Heliport in?
Ninewells Hospital Heliport is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ninewells Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ninewells Hospital Heliport is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ninewells Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Ninewells Hospital Heliport is Dundee Airport (DND), about 0.8 nm to the se, followed by Leuchars Station Airfield and Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ninewells Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.