Penrose Hospital Helicopter Pad - Colorado Springs, CO
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member ronjean
N 38° 51.933 W 104° 49.341
13S E 515412 N 4301871
The medical helipad is on a lower roof of the hospital.
Waymark Code: WMX75A
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 12/06/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
Views: 4

This helipad is viewable only from the upper floors of the hospital.

From their webpage:
"Established in 1890 as a tuberculosis sanatorium, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation."
Location of Helipad: Hospital

Description of location: On hospital roof

Does the Site Have a Windsock?: Yes

Primary Puprose of the Landing Pad: Medical

What identifies the location as a helipad?: Red cross marks the landing target

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?: From 6th floor in the patient wing

Separate from an airport: yes

Landing Pad Surface: Metal

What facilities are available to passengers?: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
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