LYJ Austin Heliport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 42m 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 LYJ Austin Heliport
LYJ Austin Heliport is a heliport in Austin, United States. It sits at an elevation of 706 ft (215 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 40 ft / 12 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Lago Vista Texas Rusty Allen Airport (KRYW), about 5 nm to the nnw.
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 | 40 ft / 12 m | 40 ft | Turf | Lighted | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| RiverSouth | 846 ft | 456 ft | — |
| The Independent | 686 ft | 459 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 594 ft | 459 ft | — |
| 44 East | 574 ft | 466 ft | — |
| Indeed Tower | 541 ft | 561 ft | — |
| Hanover Republic Square | 515 ft | 525 ft | — |
| Frost Bank Tower | 515 ft | 509 ft | — |
| 300 Colorado | 446 ft | 492 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from LYJ Austin Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is LYJ Austin Heliport located?
LYJ Austin Heliport is heliport located in Austin, United States, at an elevation of 706 ft (215 m).
How many runways does LYJ Austin Heliport have?
LYJ Austin Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 40 ft / 12 m.
What time zone is LYJ Austin Heliport in?
LYJ Austin Heliport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at LYJ Austin Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at LYJ Austin Heliport is approximately 3.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near LYJ Austin Heliport?
The nearest airport to LYJ Austin Heliport is Lago Vista Texas Rusty Allen Airport (KRYW), about 5 nm to the nnw, followed by Lakeway Airpark and Hank Sasser Airport at Breakaway.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. LYJ Austin Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.