Police Heliport
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About Police Heliport
Police Heliport is a heliport in Gary, United States. It sits at an elevation of 591 ft (180 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 319 ft / 97 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY), about 3.8 nm to the wnw.
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 | 319 ft / 97 m | 125 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GARY CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3100 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Police Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Police Heliport located?
Police Heliport is heliport located in Gary, United States, at an elevation of 591 ft (180 m).
How many runways does Police Heliport have?
Police Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 319 ft / 97 m.
What time zone is Police Heliport in?
Police Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Police Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Police Heliport is approximately 4.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Police Heliport?
The nearest airport to Police Heliport is Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY), about 3.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Hobart Sky Ranch Airport and Griffith-Merrillville Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Police Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.