Joint Force HQ Heliport
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About Joint Force HQ Heliport
Joint Force HQ Heliport is a heliport in Raleigh, United States. It sits at an elevation of 435 ft (133 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 100 ft / 30 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), about 5.7 nm to the nw.
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 | 100 ft / 30 m | 100 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RALEIGH-DURHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1700 ft MSL | 4400 ft MSL |
| RALEIGH-DURHAM INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4400 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 | 1,578 ft | 469 ft | — |
| PNC Plaza | 538 ft | 348 ft | — |
| Two Hannover Square | 430 ft | 315 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Capitol Center | 400 ft | 397 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 315 ft | — |
| SkyHouse Raleigh | 262 ft | 354 ft | — |
| Captrust Tower | 259 ft | 410 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 384 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Joint Force HQ Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Joint Force HQ Heliport located?
Joint Force HQ Heliport is heliport located in Raleigh, United States, at an elevation of 435 ft (133 m).
How many runways does Joint Force HQ Heliport have?
Joint Force HQ Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 100 ft / 30 m.
What time zone is Joint Force HQ Heliport in?
Joint Force HQ Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Joint Force HQ Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Joint Force HQ Heliport is approximately 9.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Joint Force HQ Heliport?
The nearest airport to Joint Force HQ Heliport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), about 5.7 nm to the nw, followed by Cox Airport and Bagwell Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Joint Force HQ Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.