Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport
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About Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport
Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport is a heliport in Des Moines, United States. It sits at an elevation of 856 ft (261 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 52 ft / 16 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Morningstar Field (Y76), about 3.5 nm to the nnw.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 52 ft / 16 m | 52 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES MOINES INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| DES MOINES INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 5000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 630 ft | 896 ft | — |
| AT&T Microwave Tower | 459 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 446 ft | 991 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 866 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 948 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 325 ft | 896 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 942 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 272 ft | 942 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport located?
Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport is heliport located in Des Moines, United States, at an elevation of 856 ft (261 m).
How many runways does Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport have?
Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 52 ft / 16 m.
What time zone is Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport in?
Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport?
The nearest airport to Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport is Morningstar Field (Y76), about 3.5 nm to the nnw, followed by Des Moines International Airport and Ankeny Regional Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Iowa Lutheran Hospital Life Flight Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.