CGH Medical Center Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 6m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About CGH Medical Center Heliport
CGH Medical Center Heliport is a heliport in Sterling, United States. It sits at an elevation of 727 ft (222 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 50 ft / 15 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field (SQI), about 3.8 nm to the sse.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft / 15 m | 46 ft | Roof-top | Lighted | Open |
| H2 | 45 ft / 14 m | 45 ft | Roof-top | Lighted | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 646 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 666 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 584 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 669 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 666 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 659 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 653 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 646 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from CGH Medical Center Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is CGH Medical Center Heliport located?
CGH Medical Center Heliport is heliport located in Sterling, United States, at an elevation of 727 ft (222 m).
How many runways does CGH Medical Center Heliport have?
CGH Medical Center Heliport has 2 runways, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is CGH Medical Center Heliport in?
CGH Medical Center Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at CGH Medical Center Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at CGH Medical Center Heliport is approximately 2.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near CGH Medical Center Heliport?
The nearest airport to CGH Medical Center Heliport is Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf Field (SQI), about 3.8 nm to the sse, followed by Stutzke Airport and Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. CGH Medical Center Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.