Helipad at Palomar Observatory
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Zaphody3k
N 33° 21.426 W 116° 51.882
11S E 512588 N 3690884
This is a small helipad that serves the Palomar Observatory.
Waymark Code: WMDA50
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/12/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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I presume this helipad was built as the road to the observatory would be impassible after a winter storm.
Location of Helipad: Remote location

Description of location: Palomar Observatory

Does the Site Have a Windsock?: Yes

Primary Puprose of the Landing Pad: Other

What facilities are available to passengers?: Washrooms are nearby. Other facilities are minimal.

What identifies the location as a helipad?: A circled "H" lies on the service road. Also a compass rose can be seen.

Did you provide a personal photo of the helipad, windsock, helicopter or other identifiable feature?: yes

Where were the coordinates taken relative to the landing pad?: About 50 feet away, on the visitor's path.

Separate from an airport: yes

Landing Pad Surface: Asphalt
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