Van Ghent Barracks Heliport
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About Van Ghent Barracks Heliport
Van Ghent Barracks Heliport is a heliport in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It sits at an elevation of -3 ft (-1 m). It observes Europe/Amsterdam local time. The nearest airport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), about 4.4 nm to the nw.
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(13)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA EHAM S2 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL195 |
| CTA EHAM S1 | Class A | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| CTA EHAM W | Class A | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| EHAM TMA1 | Class A | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| NIEUW MILLIGEN TMA D1 | Class B | TMA | FL065 | FL195 |
| CTR EHRD | Class C | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| RTMZ NORTH SEA AREA | Class G | RMZ | GND | FL055 |
| 7020 | Special use | TMZ | 500 ft MSL | 1500 ft MSL |
| TMZ D-1 | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL195 |
| TMZ EHRD | Special use | TMZ | 1200 ft MSL | FL055 |
| 7010 | Special use | TMZ | 1500 ft MSL | FL055 |
| 7020 | Special use | TMZ | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOXTROT | 0.8 nm | 095° | On request |
| OSCAR | 2.4 nm | 002° | Compulsory |
| PAPA | 2.9 nm | 310° | Compulsory |
| ROMEO | 4 nm | 141° | Compulsory |
| TANGO | 6.2 nm | 308° | Compulsory |
| MIKE | 7 nm | 040° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 8.7 nm | 296° | On request |
| WHISKEY | 11.9 nm | 289° | Compulsory |
| HOTEL | 15.3 nm | 284° | Compulsory |
| VICTOR | 25.3 nm | 042° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPN-toren | 679 ft | 20 ft | — |
| Spui 2 | 650 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Spui 4 | 650 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Spui 1 | 650 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Spui 5 | 650 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Spui 3 | 650 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Montevideo | 499 ft | 0 ft | — |
| De Rotterdam | 495 ft | 0 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Van Ghent Barracks Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Van Ghent Barracks Heliport located?
Van Ghent Barracks Heliport is heliport located in Rotterdam, Netherlands, at an elevation of -3 ft (-1 m).
What time zone is Van Ghent Barracks Heliport in?
Van Ghent Barracks Heliport is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Van Ghent Barracks Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Van Ghent Barracks Heliport is approximately 2.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Van Ghent Barracks Heliport?
The nearest airport to Van Ghent Barracks Heliport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), about 4.4 nm to the nw, followed by Breda International Airport and Langeveld Glidersite.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Van Ghent Barracks Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.