East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport
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About East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport
East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Metairie, United States. It sits at an elevation of 37 ft (11 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 4.5 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.
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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 |
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | GND | 1000 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Whitney Center | 696 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Sheraton New Orleans Hotel | 479 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 33 ft | — |
| New Orleans Marriott | 449 ft | 141 ft | — |
| One Canal Place | 440 ft | 194 ft | — |
| 1010 Common | 440 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 423 ft | 92 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport located?
East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Metairie, United States, at an elevation of 37 ft (11 m).
How many runways does East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport have?
East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 75 ft / 23 m.
What time zone is East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport in?
East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 4.5 nm to the wsw, followed by St Charles Airport and Lakefront Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. East Jefferson General Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.