Duke University North Heliport
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About Duke University North Heliport
Duke University North Heliport is a heliport in Durham, United States. It sits at an elevation of 395 ft (120 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 60 ft / 18 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Lake Ridge Aero Park Airport (8NC8), about 8.2 nm to the ene.
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 | 60 ft / 18 m | 60 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RALEIGH-DURHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1700 ft MSL | 4400 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Duke University North Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Duke University North Heliport located?
Duke University North Heliport is heliport located in Durham, United States, at an elevation of 395 ft (120 m).
How many runways does Duke University North Heliport have?
Duke University North Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 60 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is Duke University North Heliport in?
Duke University North Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Duke University North Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Duke University North Heliport is approximately 9.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Duke University North Heliport?
The nearest airport to Duke University North Heliport is Lake Ridge Aero Park Airport (8NC8), about 8.2 nm to the ene, followed by Miles Airport and Womble Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Duke University North Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.