Life Flight/Refuel Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 40m 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 Life Flight/Refuel Heliport
Life Flight/Refuel Heliport is a heliport in Houston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 65 ft (20 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 75 ft / 23 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Flyin' B Airport (39R), about 2.1 nm to the sse.
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 | 75 ft / 23 m | 75 ft | 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 | — |
| 2929 Weslayan | 469 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Five Greenway Plaza | 466 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Eleven Greenway Plaza | 440 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Nine Greenway Plaza | 440 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Phoenix Tower | 433 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Memorial Hermann Medical Plaza | 430 ft | 92 ft | — |
| The Spires | 427 ft | 43 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Life Flight/Refuel Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Life Flight/Refuel Heliport located?
Life Flight/Refuel Heliport is heliport located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 65 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Life Flight/Refuel Heliport have?
Life Flight/Refuel Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 75 ft / 23 m.
What time zone is Life Flight/Refuel Heliport in?
Life Flight/Refuel Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Life Flight/Refuel Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Life Flight/Refuel Heliport is approximately 1.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Life Flight/Refuel Heliport?
The nearest airport to Life Flight/Refuel Heliport is Flyin' B Airport (39R), about 2.1 nm to the sse, followed by Houston Southwest Airport and Skyway Manor Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Life Flight/Refuel Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.