Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad
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About Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad is a heliport in Palmetto, United States. It sits at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 35 ft / 11 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Thomson Airfield (6FD7), about 2 nm to the ene.
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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 35 ft / 11 m | 35 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SARASOTA-BRADENTON AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad located?
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad is heliport located in Palmetto, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad have?
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad has 1 runway, the longest being 35 ft / 11 m.
What time zone is Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad in?
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad is approximately 6.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad?
The nearest airport to Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad is Thomson Airfield (6FD7), about 2 nm to the ene, followed by Airport Manatee Airport and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.