Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport
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About Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport
Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport is a heliport in Richmond, United States. It sits at an elevation of 115 ft (35 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 98 ft / 30 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Flying W Airport (4VA3), about 2.6 nm to the e.
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 | 98 ft / 30 m | 98 ft | Asph/ Conc | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICHARD EVELYN BYRD INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1400 ft MSL | 4200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominion Energy HQ | 417 ft | 144 ft | — |
| Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond | 394 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Bank of America Center | 331 ft | 174 ft | — |
| The Locks at 321 | 315 ft | 115 ft | — |
| Riverfront Plaza West Tower | 312 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Riverfront Plaza East Tower | 312 ft | 69 ft | — |
| One James River Plaza | 308 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Main Street Centre | 305 ft | 230 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport located?
Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport is heliport located in Richmond, United States, at an elevation of 115 ft (35 m).
How many runways does Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport have?
Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport has 1 runway, the longest being 98 ft / 30 m.
What time zone is Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport in?
Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport is approximately 10.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport?
The nearest airport to Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport is Flying W Airport (4VA3), about 2.6 nm to the e, followed by Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport and Richmond International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Defense Supply Center Richmond Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.