Eckels Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 3, 2026, local time)
About 12h 42m 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 Eckels Heliport
Eckels Heliport is a closed in Houston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 110 ft (34 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 100 ft / 30 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is West Houston Airport (IWS), about 1.2 nm to the sw.
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 | 100 ft / 30 m | 100 ft | Asph/ Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williams Tower | 902 ft | 72 ft | — |
| San Felipe Plaza | 627 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Marathon Oil Tower | 561 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 443 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 443 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Aon Building | 420 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Mercer West Tower | 400 ft | 79 ft | — |
| BHP Billiton Tower | 351 ft | 72 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Eckels Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Eckels Heliport located?
Eckels Heliport is closed located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 110 ft (34 m).
How many runways does Eckels Heliport have?
Eckels Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 100 ft / 30 m.
What time zone is Eckels Heliport in?
Eckels Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Eckels Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Eckels Heliport is approximately 1.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Eckels Heliport?
The nearest airport to Eckels Heliport is West Houston Airport (IWS), about 1.2 nm to the sw, followed by Freeman Property Airport and Dry Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Eckels Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.