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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NJ87
Elevation
237 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
40.741, -74.191
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
237 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
NEW YORK
Coordinates
40.7408, -74.1908
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KEWR 131751Z 19020G27KT 10SM FEW060 BKN100 BKN160 BKN250 24/06 A2986 RMK AO2 PK WND 19029/1701 SLP111 T02390061 10244 20139 58029 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
190° at 20 kt G27
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.9°C
Dewpoint
6.1°C
Altimeter
1011.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KEWR (3 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:51Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 64 ft | 48 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NJ87.
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NJ87 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP (NJ87) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in NEWARK, New Jersey, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 237 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 40.7408°N, 74.1908°W.
Helipads
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 64 feet by 48 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NJ87?
NJ87 is the ICAO identifier for UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP, a public-use airport located in NEWARK, New Jersey, United States.
How many runways does UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP have?
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP (NJ87) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NJ87?
The field elevation of UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP is 237 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NJ87?
No fuel types are currently listed for UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NJ87?
The current flight category at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NJ87?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP.
How do I access complete data for NJ87?
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Where is UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP located?
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ROOFTOP (NJ87) is located in NEWARK, New Jersey, United States, at an elevation of 237 ft MSL.
Does NJ87 have weather cameras?
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