Lake Charles Memorial Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 45m 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 Lake Charles Memorial Heliport
Lake Charles Memorial Heliport is a heliport in Lake Charles, United States. It sits at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 50 ft / 15 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chennault International Airport (CWF), about 2.8 nm to the e.
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 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 Lake Charles Memorial Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Charles Memorial Heliport located?
Lake Charles Memorial Heliport is heliport located in Lake Charles, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Lake Charles Memorial Heliport have?
Lake Charles Memorial Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Lake Charles Memorial Heliport in?
Lake Charles Memorial Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Charles Memorial Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Charles Memorial Heliport is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Charles Memorial Heliport?
The nearest airport to Lake Charles Memorial Heliport is Chennault International Airport (CWF), about 2.8 nm to the e, followed by Open A-1 Ranch Airport and Chloe Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Charles Memorial Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.