D.F.C.H. Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 D.F.C.H. Heliport
D.F.C.H. Heliport is a heliport in Corpus Christi, United States. It sits at an elevation of 31 ft (9 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field (NGW), about 4 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORPUS CHRISTI CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| CORPUS CHRISTI, CABANISS NOLF CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 1200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 387 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 367 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 351 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Frost Bank Plaza | 335 ft | 102 ft | — |
| KBNJ-FM (Corpus Christi) | 328 ft | 177 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from D.F.C.H. Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is D.F.C.H. Heliport located?
D.F.C.H. Heliport is heliport located in Corpus Christi, United States, at an elevation of 31 ft (9 m).
How many runways does D.F.C.H. Heliport have?
D.F.C.H. Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is D.F.C.H. Heliport in?
D.F.C.H. Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at D.F.C.H. Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at D.F.C.H. Heliport is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near D.F.C.H. Heliport?
The nearest airport to D.F.C.H. Heliport is Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field (NGW), about 4 nm to the sw, followed by Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field and Corpus Christi International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. D.F.C.H. Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.