Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 54m 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 Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport
Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport is a heliport in Drachten, Netherlands. It sits at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m). It observes Europe/Amsterdam local time. The nearest airport is Drachten Airfield (EHDR), about 1.2 nm to the nne.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIEUW MILLIGEN CTA NORTH | Class A | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| CTA EHAM E1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA A | Class B | TMA | FL065 | FL195 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA B | Class D | TMA | FL055 | FL065 |
| EHTRA 10B | Class E | TRA | FL065 | FL095 |
| EHTRA 10A | Class E | TRA | FL095 | FL660 |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| TMZ B1 | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL065 |
| TMZ A | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EHAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Netherlands airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| X-RAY | 14.2 nm | 062° | Compulsory |
| PAPA | 15.7 nm | 077° | On request |
| UNIFORM | 16.4 nm | 107° | Compulsory |
| NOVEMBER | 17.7 nm | 076° | Compulsory |
| VICTOR | 17.7 nm | 094° | Compulsory |
| ROMEO | 18.5 nm | 107° | Compulsory |
| TANGO | 18.7 nm | 094° | Compulsory |
| YANKEE | 21.1 nm | 067° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmolen "De Boerenzwaluw\ | 131 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 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 Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport located?
Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport is heliport located in Drachten, Netherlands, at an elevation of 7 ft (2 m).
What time zone is Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport in?
Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport is approximately 3.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport?
The nearest airport to Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport is Drachten Airfield (EHDR), about 1.2 nm to the nne, followed by Leeuwarden Air Base and Groningen Airport Eelde.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nij Smellinghe Hospital Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.