Truman Medical Center West Heliport
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About Truman Medical Center West Heliport
Truman Medical Center West Heliport is a heliport in Kansas City, United States. It sits at an elevation of 983 ft (300 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 Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC), about 2.5 nm to the nnw.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| KANSAS CITY CLASS B AREA D EXCL. A,B,C | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| KANSAS CITY CHARLES B. WHEELER DOWNTOWN AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Kansas City Place | 623 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 902 ft | — |
| Power & Light Apartments | 482 ft | 892 ft | — |
| Kansas City City Hall | 443 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 883 ft | — |
| Commerce Tower | 407 ft | 958 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 1,010 ft | — |
| Lathrop & Gage | 351 ft | 830 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Truman Medical Center West Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Truman Medical Center West Heliport located?
Truman Medical Center West Heliport is heliport located in Kansas City, United States, at an elevation of 983 ft (300 m).
How many runways does Truman Medical Center West Heliport have?
Truman Medical Center West Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 50 ft / 15 m.
What time zone is Truman Medical Center West Heliport in?
Truman Medical Center West Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Truman Medical Center West Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Truman Medical Center West Heliport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Truman Medical Center West Heliport?
The nearest airport to Truman Medical Center West Heliport is Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC), about 2.5 nm to the nnw, followed by Runway Ranch Airport and Lee's Summit Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Truman Medical Center West Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.