Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport
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About Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport
Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Lake Charles, United States. It sits at an elevation of 16 ft (5 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Open A-1 Ranch Airport (3LA8), about 2.8 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
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Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport located?
Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Lake Charles, United States, at an elevation of 16 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport have?
Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport in?
Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital 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 Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport is Open A-1 Ranch Airport (3LA8), about 2.8 nm to the sse, followed by Lake Charles Regional Airport and Chennault International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.