Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
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About Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport is a heliport in Chicago, United States. It sits at an elevation of 598 ft (182 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 Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY), about 8.2 nm to the se.
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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
| Aon Center | 1,115 ft | 614 ft | — |
| Franklin Center North Tower | 1,007 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Two Prudential Plaza | 994 ft | 748 ft | — |
| 311 South Wacker Drive | 961 ft | 620 ft | — |
| One Prudential Plaza | 912 ft | 735 ft | — |
| NEMA Chicago | 896 ft | 574 ft | — |
| One Bennett Park | 843 ft | 610 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport located?
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport is heliport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 598 ft (182 m).
How many runways does Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport have?
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport in?
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport?
The nearest airport to Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport is Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY), about 8.2 nm to the se, followed by Chicago Midway International Airport and Lansing Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.