Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 54m 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 Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport is a heliport in Lake Charles, United States. It sits at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Open A-1 Ranch Airport (3LA8), about 4.3 nm to the sse.
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 | Con | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport located?
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport is heliport located in Lake Charles, United States, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport have?
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport in?
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport?
The nearest airport to Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport is Open A-1 Ranch Airport (3LA8), about 4.3 nm to the sse, followed by Reynolds Airport and Lake Charles Regional Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Golden Nugget Lake Charles Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.