V.A. Medical Center Heliport
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About V.A. Medical Center Heliport
V.A. Medical Center Heliport is a heliport in St Louis, United States. It sits at an elevation of 550 ft (168 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 20 ft / 6 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is St Louis Downtown Airport (CPS), about 5.5 nm to the se.
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 | 20 ft / 6 m | 20 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA E EXCLUDES AREA A,B,C AND D | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA L | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 8000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Arch | 630 ft | 430 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 594 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 587 ft | 466 ft | — |
| Buenger Hall - Dorm D | 577 ft | 587 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 558 ft | 459 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 436 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 436 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 505 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from V.A. Medical Center Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is V.A. Medical Center Heliport located?
V.A. Medical Center Heliport is heliport located in St Louis, United States, at an elevation of 550 ft (168 m).
How many runways does V.A. Medical Center Heliport have?
V.A. Medical Center Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 20 ft / 6 m.
What time zone is V.A. Medical Center Heliport in?
V.A. Medical Center Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at V.A. Medical Center Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at V.A. Medical Center Heliport is approximately 2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near V.A. Medical Center Heliport?
The nearest airport to V.A. Medical Center Heliport is St Louis Downtown Airport (CPS), about 5.5 nm to the se, followed by St. Louis Lambert International Airport and King Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. V.A. Medical Center Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.