John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport
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About John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport
John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport is a heliport in Chicago, United States. It sits at an elevation of 593 ft (181 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 6.4 nm to the sw.
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▸ displaced | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Conc | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| 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 |
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 John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport located?
John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport is heliport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 593 ft (181 m).
How many runways does John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport have?
John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport in?
John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport is approximately 4.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport?
The nearest airport to John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 6.4 nm to the sw, followed by Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Brookeridge Air Park.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.