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Heliport Symbol

Detailed Description

Heliport (Subtype of Airport – FCode: 20001)

  • FType: Airport
  • FCode: 20001
  • Feature Description: An area of land, water, or a structure used or intended to be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters, and includes its building and facilities, if any.
  • Cartographic Representation: Point 

 

Graphic Depiction

  • Point Graphic Depiction:
    • Symbol: Heliport Symbol
    • Symbol Composition: Capital letter "H" on a white background inside an orange circle with a black outline; comprised of seven layers
    • Media Source: Public Domain (USGS)
  • Linear Graphic Depiction: Not applicable
  • Polygon Graphic Depiction: Not applicable

 

Point Symbology Specifications

  • Layer 1 (Top):
    • Size: 6.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 0 / 0 / 0
    • Transparency: 0%
  • Layer 2:
    • Size: 19.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 0 / 0 / 0
    • Transparency: 0%
  • Layer 3:
    • Size: 14.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 230 / 152 / 0
    • Transparency: 0%
  • Layer 4:
    • Size: 16.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 230 / 152 / 0
    • Transparency: 0%
  • Layer 5:
    • Size: 14.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 230 / 152 / 0
    • Transparency: 0%
  • Layer 6:
    • Size: 16.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 230 / 152 / 0
    • Transparency: 0%
  • Layer 7 (Base):
    • Size: 14.0 pt
    • Color (R/G/B): 255 / 255 / 255
    • Transparency: 0%

 

Labeling & Font

  • Labeling and font: Not applicable

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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