Chicago Police Marine Heliport
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About Chicago Police Marine Heliport
Chicago Police Marine Heliport is a heliport in Chicago, United States. It sits at an elevation of 584 ft (178 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 54 ft / 16 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 8.8 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 | 54 ft / 16 m | 54 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Tower | 1,450 ft | 633 ft | — |
| 875 N Michigan | 1,125 ft | 574 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 1,115 ft | 614 ft | — |
| Franklin Center North Tower | 1,007 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Two Prudential Plaza | 994 ft | 748 ft | — |
| 311 South Wacker Drive | 961 ft | 620 ft | — |
| One Prudential Plaza | 912 ft | 735 ft | — |
| NEMA Chicago | 896 ft | 574 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chicago Police Marine Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chicago Police Marine Heliport located?
Chicago Police Marine Heliport is heliport located in Chicago, United States, at an elevation of 584 ft (178 m).
How many runways does Chicago Police Marine Heliport have?
Chicago Police Marine Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 54 ft / 16 m.
What time zone is Chicago Police Marine Heliport in?
Chicago Police Marine Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chicago Police Marine Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chicago Police Marine Heliport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chicago Police Marine Heliport?
The nearest airport to Chicago Police Marine Heliport is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 8.8 nm to the sw, followed by Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Gary/Chicago International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chicago Police Marine Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.