Gulfport Jail Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 57m 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 Gulfport Jail Heliport
Gulfport Jail Heliport is a heliport in Gulfport, United States. It sits at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 120 ft / 37 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Gulfport Biloxi International Airport (GPT), about 2.1 nm to the ssw.
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 | 120 ft / 37 m | 120 ft | Grass / Sod | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GULFPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 335 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 56 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gulfport Jail Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gulfport Jail Heliport located?
Gulfport Jail Heliport is heliport located in Gulfport, United States, at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Gulfport Jail Heliport have?
Gulfport Jail Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 120 ft / 37 m.
What time zone is Gulfport Jail Heliport in?
Gulfport Jail Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gulfport Jail Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gulfport Jail Heliport is approximately 2.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gulfport Jail Heliport?
The nearest airport to Gulfport Jail Heliport is Gulfport Biloxi International Airport (GPT), about 2.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Shade Tree Field and Keesler Air Force Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gulfport Jail Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.