Peace Harbor Hospital Heliport

Peace Harbor Hospital Heliport is a heliport located in Florence, Oregon, United States. It is a private-use heliport that is owned and operated by PeaceHealth, a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska.

Overview

The Peace Harbor Hospital Heliport is primarily used for medevac operations, providing rapid transport for critically ill or injured patients. The heliport is situated on the grounds of the Peace Harbor Medical Center, a critical access hospital that serves the Florence community and surrounding areas.

Facilities and Aircraft

The Peace Harbor Hospital Heliport covers an area of 0.01 acres (40 m²). It has one helipad that measures 50 by 50 feet (15 x 15 m). The heliport is equipped with lighting to facilitate night operations.

The heliport is home to a single helicopter, which is primarily used for emergency medical services (EMS). The helicopter is operated by a team of trained professionals, including pilots, paramedics, and nurses, who are on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies.

Operations

The Peace Harbor Hospital Heliport operates under the jurisdiction of the FAA. It is classified as a private-use heliport, meaning it is not open to the public and is used exclusively for the transport of patients to and from the Peace Harbor Medical Center.

See Also

• List of airports in Oregon
• List of heliports in the United States