University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport
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About University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport
University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport is a heliport in New Orleans, United States. It sits at an elevation of 69 ft (21 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 59 ft / 18 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Lakefront Airport (NEW), about 5.7 nm to the nne.
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 | 59 ft / 18 m | 59 ft | Mats | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Whitney Center | 696 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Sheraton New Orleans Hotel | 479 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 33 ft | — |
| New Orleans Marriott | 449 ft | 141 ft | — |
| One Canal Place | 440 ft | 194 ft | — |
| 1010 Common | 440 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 423 ft | 92 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport located?
University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport is heliport located in New Orleans, United States, at an elevation of 69 ft (21 m).
How many runways does University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport have?
University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 59 ft / 18 m.
What time zone is University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport in?
University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport is approximately 1.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport?
The nearest airport to University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport is Lakefront Airport (NEW), about 5.7 nm to the nne, followed by Southern Seaplane Airport and Fisher's Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. University Medical Center New Orleans Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.