Tar Cove Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 8, 2026, local time)
About 12h 46m 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 Tar Cove Heliport
Tar Cove Heliport is a heliport in Glen Burnie, United States. It sits at an elevation of 8 ft (2 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Mountain Road Airport (MD43), about 1.6 nm to the s.
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 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Asph/ Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSS Annapolis | 801 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Transamerica | 528 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 141 ft | — |
| W3VPR 147.075 Repeater | 420 ft | 85 ft | — |
| World Trade Center | 407 ft | 16 ft | — |
| Two Charles Center | 384 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 371 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Canton Tower | 361 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tar Cove Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tar Cove Heliport located?
Tar Cove Heliport is heliport located in Glen Burnie, United States, at an elevation of 8 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Tar Cove Heliport have?
Tar Cove Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is Tar Cove Heliport in?
Tar Cove Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tar Cove Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tar Cove Heliport is approximately 11° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tar Cove Heliport?
The nearest airport to Tar Cove Heliport is Mountain Road Airport (MD43), about 1.6 nm to the s, followed by Essex Skypark Airport and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tar Cove Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.