Atwood Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 13m 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 Atwood Heliport
Atwood Heliport is a heliport in Rockford, United States. It sits at an elevation of 735 ft (224 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 75 ft / 23 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Cottonwood Airport (1C8), about 2.5 nm to the wsw.
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 | 75 ft / 23 m | 75 ft | Asph/ Conc | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WXRX-FM (Belvidere) | 804 ft | 787 ft | — |
| WIFR-LD | 728 ft | 817 ft | — |
| WTVO-TV (Rockford) | 709 ft | 784 ft | — |
| WREX-TV (Rockford) | 653 ft | 892 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Atwood Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Atwood Heliport located?
Atwood Heliport is heliport located in Rockford, United States, at an elevation of 735 ft (224 m).
How many runways does Atwood Heliport have?
Atwood Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 75 ft / 23 m.
What time zone is Atwood Heliport in?
Atwood Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Atwood Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Atwood Heliport is approximately 3.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Atwood Heliport?
The nearest airport to Atwood Heliport is Cottonwood Airport (1C8), about 2.5 nm to the wsw, followed by LZ Fairwinds Airport and Latham Park Aero Estates Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Atwood Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.