Crippen's Heliport
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About Crippen's Heliport
Crippen's Heliport is a heliport in Reston, United States. It sits at an elevation of 350 ft (107 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 100 ft / 30 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 6.3 nm to the wsw.
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 | 20 ft | Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMAL-FM Woodbridge | 495 ft | 358 ft | — |
| Capital One Tower | 459 ft | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 404 ft | 394 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 404 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 404 ft | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 404 ft | 427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 377 ft | 436 ft | — |
| Potomac Electric Power Co. Cell Site | 371 ft | 348 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Crippen's Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Crippen's Heliport located?
Crippen's Heliport is heliport located in Reston, United States, at an elevation of 350 ft (107 m).
How many runways does Crippen's Heliport have?
Crippen's Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 100 ft / 30 m.
What time zone is Crippen's Heliport in?
Crippen's Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Crippen's Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Crippen's Heliport is approximately 10.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Crippen's Heliport?
The nearest airport to Crippen's Heliport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 6.3 nm to the wsw, followed by Leesburg Executive Airport and Montgomery County Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Crippen's Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.