Desoto Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 49m 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 Desoto Heliport
DeSoto Heliport is a city-owned public heliport in DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas, United States, located 3 nautical miles (5.6 km) north of the central business district. The heliport has no IATA or ICAO designation.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DALLAS CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 11000 ft MSL |
| DALLAS CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 11000 ft MSL |
| DALLAS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Plaza | 922 ft | 482 ft | — |
| Renaissance Tower | 886 ft | 489 ft | — |
| Comerica Bank | 787 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Fountain Place | 722 ft | 482 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 512 ft | — |
| Thanksgiving Tower | 646 ft | 453 ft | — |
| Energy Plaza | 630 ft | 509 ft | — |
| AMLI Fountain Place | 561 ft | 427 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Desoto Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Desoto Heliport located?
Desoto Heliport is heliport located in Desoto, United States, at an elevation of 648 ft (198 m).
What time zone is Desoto Heliport in?
Desoto Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Desoto Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Desoto 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 Desoto Heliport?
The nearest airport to Desoto Heliport is Dallas Executive Airport (RBD), about 3 nm to the nnw, followed by Flying B Ranch Airport and Lancaster Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Desoto Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.