Pentagon Army Heliport
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About Pentagon Army Heliport
Pentagon Army Heliport is a military heliport serving the Pentagon in the U.S. state of Virginia. It consists of a single pentagon-shaped helipad and is located on the northern side of the Pentagon building. It is used for ferrying VIPs such as military leaders and foreign guests to and from the Pentagon by helicopter or tilt-rotor aircraft. It replaced a previous helipad on the west side of the building adjacent to the impact site of the hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 on 11 September 2001 and which was closed to create the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 / H1 | 82 ft / 25 m | 82 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA FRZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTTG (Washington) | 705 ft | 328 ft | — |
| WRC-TV (Washington) | 663 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Washington Monument | 554 ft | 26 ft | — |
| WMAL-FM Woodbridge | 495 ft | 358 ft | — |
| 143 | 469 ft | 105 ft | — |
| Capital One Tower | 459 ft | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 46 ft | — |
| CEB Tower At Central Place | 390 ft | 128 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pentagon Army Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Pentagon Army Heliport?
Pentagon Army Heliport uses the IATA code JPN.
Where is Pentagon Army Heliport located?
Pentagon Army Heliport is heliport located in Washington DC, United States, at an elevation of 40 ft (12 m).
How many runways does Pentagon Army Heliport have?
Pentagon Army Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 82 ft / 25 m.
What time zone is Pentagon Army Heliport in?
Pentagon Army Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pentagon Army Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pentagon Army Heliport is approximately 10.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pentagon Army Heliport?
The nearest airport to Pentagon Army Heliport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 1.6 nm to the sse, followed by College Park Airport and Potomac Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pentagon Army Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.