First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport
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About First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport
First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport is a heliport in Chicago, United States. It sits at an elevation of 600 ft (183 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 75 ft / 23 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 5.6 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 75 ft / 23 m | 75 ft | Conc | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1900 ft MSL | 3600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Tower | 1,450 ft | 633 ft | — |
| 875 N Michigan | 1,125 ft | 574 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 1,115 ft | 614 ft | — |
| Franklin Center North Tower | 1,007 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Two Prudential Plaza | 994 ft | 748 ft | — |
| 311 South Wacker Drive | 961 ft | 620 ft | — |
| One Prudential Plaza | 912 ft | 735 ft | — |
| NEMA Chicago | 896 ft | 574 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport located?
First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport is heliport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 600 ft (183 m).
How many runways does First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport have?
First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 75 ft / 23 m.
What time zone is First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport in?
First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport?
The nearest airport to First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 5.6 nm to the w, followed by Gary/Chicago International Airport and Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. First Area Police Hdqtrs Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.