Welch Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 5m 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 Welch Heliport
Welch Heliport is a heliport in Danville, United States. It sits at an elevation of 650 ft (198 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 20 ft / 6 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Gessie Airport (9IN9), about 3 nm to the ese.
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 | 20 ft / 6 m | 20 ft | Conc-g | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 755 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 751 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 745 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 709 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 722 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Welch Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Welch Heliport located?
Welch Heliport is heliport located in Danville, United States, at an elevation of 650 ft (198 m).
How many runways does Welch Heliport have?
Welch Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 20 ft / 6 m.
What time zone is Welch Heliport in?
Welch Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Welch Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Welch Heliport is approximately 4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Welch Heliport?
The nearest airport to Welch Heliport is Gessie Airport (9IN9), about 3 nm to the ese, followed by Vermilion Regional Airport and Melody Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Welch Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.