Northwest Family Hospital Heliport
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About Northwest Family Hospital Heliport
Northwest Family Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Gary, United States. It sits at an elevation of 598 ft (182 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 60 ft / 18 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY), about 3.1 nm to the wnw.
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 | 60 ft / 18 m | 60 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| 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 Northwest Family Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Northwest Family Hospital Heliport located?
Northwest Family Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Gary, United States, at an elevation of 598 ft (182 m).
How many runways does Northwest Family Hospital Heliport have?
Northwest Family Hospital Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 60 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is Northwest Family Hospital Heliport in?
Northwest Family Hospital Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Northwest Family Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Northwest Family Hospital 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 Northwest Family Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Northwest Family Hospital Heliport is Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY), about 3.1 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. Northwest Family Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.