B & L Heliport
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About B & L Heliport
B & L Heliport is a heliport in Franklin Park, United States. It sits at an elevation of 649 ft (198 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 45 ft / 14 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 3 nm to the nw.
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 | 45 ft / 14 m | 45 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1900 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| 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 | — |
| Franklin Center North Tower | 1,007 ft | 738 ft | — |
| 311 South Wacker Drive | 961 ft | 620 ft | — |
| Salesforce Tower | 837 ft | 574 ft | — |
| 110 North Wacker | 817 ft | 650 ft | — |
| Building At 300 North LaSalle | 784 ft | 617 ft | — |
| 150 N Riverside | 751 ft | 604 ft | — |
| WGN-AM (Chicago) | 751 ft | 696 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from B & L Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is B & L Heliport located?
B & L Heliport is heliport located in Franklin Park, United States, at an elevation of 649 ft (198 m).
How many runways does B & L Heliport have?
B & L Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 45 ft / 14 m.
What time zone is B & L Heliport in?
B & L Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at B & L Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at B & L 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 B & L Heliport?
The nearest airport to B & L Heliport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 3 nm to the nw, followed by Chicago Midway International Airport and Chicago Executive Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. B & L Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.