UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 18m 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 UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad
UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad is a heliport in Albuquerque, United States. It sits at an elevation of 5,292 ft (1,613 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 43 ft / 13 m. It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), about 3 nm to the s.
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 | 43 ft / 13 m | 43 ft | Metal | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALBUQUERQUE INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 9400 ft MSL |
| ALBUQUERQUE INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 6900 ft MSL | 9400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Eagle Plaza | 351 ft | 4,997 ft | — |
| KDAZ-AM (Albuquerque) | 305 ft | 4,908 ft | — |
| Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown | 262 ft | 5,381 ft | — |
| Compass Bank Building | 240 ft | 5,089 ft | — |
| 500 Marquette | 236 ft | 5,105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,921 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,915 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,921 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad located?
UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad is heliport located in Albuquerque, United States, at an elevation of 5,292 ft (1,613 m).
How many runways does UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad have?
UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad has 1 runway, the longest being 43 ft / 13 m.
What time zone is UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad in?
UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad is approximately 7.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad?
The nearest airport to UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), about 3 nm to the s, followed by Double Eagle II Airport and Paramotor City Ultralight Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower West Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.