Dignity Health Hospital Mercy Medical Center Heliport

Merced, US 🇺🇸 Heliport

ICAO

86CN

IATA

Elevation

194 ft

Region

US-CA

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Airport Information

GPS Code: 86CN

Local Code: 86CN

Location: 37.340779° N, -120.46671° E

Continent: North America

Type: Heliport

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Online Reviews Summary

Traveler reviews and experiences for Dignity Health Hospital Mercy Medical Center Heliport (86CN) in Merced, US, are not available in the traditional sense, as 86CN operates as a medical heliport for patient transport rather than a public-access airport. Therefore, feedback primarily revolves around its operational impact on the community and its role in patient care. The overall sentiment is mixed, with appreciation for its vital medical function juxtaposed with complaints about noise.

What Travelers Love (from an operational and patient care perspective):

Crucial for Patient Transfers: The heliport is essential for the rapid transfer of patients requiring a higher level of care that Mercy Medical Center Merced may not provide, such as those needing a full trauma center. This capability is critical for patient survival and specialized treatment.
Efficient Patient Transport: Medical gurneys designed for heliport patient transport facilitate quick and safe movement of patients from the helicopter landing pad to the hospital's emergency room, enhancing efficiency, especially for time-sensitive cases.
Emergency Services Access: The heliport supports the Mercy Medical Center's 24/7 Emergency Department, ensuring that patients can be transported for urgent medical attention around the clock.

Common Complaints

Significant Noise Pollution: Nearby residents frequently report substantial noise from helicopters coming and going, particularly at night, describing it as "non-stop" and sometimes sounding like a "war zone". This is a major concern for the local community.
Hospital Not a Full Trauma Center: A key reason for frequent helicopter transfers out of Mercy Medical Center is that it is not a full trauma center, necessitating the transport of patients with severe injuries (e.g., gunshot victims) to other facilities, contributing to the high volume of helicopter traffic.
Lack of Traditional Traveler Amenities: As a hospital heliport, there are no public terminal facilities, amenities, security checkpoints, or customs/immigration services in the way a commercial airport would offer. Parking is primarily for emergency vehicles and hospital access, not for typical "travelers."

In summary, while the Dignity Health Hospital Mercy Medical Center Heliport (86CN) is a critical asset for emergency medical transfers in Merced, facilitating access to specialized care, its frequent operation, especially for outbound patient transfers due to the hospital's limitations as a non-trauma center, leads to significant noise disturbances for the surrounding community.

Last updated: 66 days ago

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`H1/`	54 ft	54 ft	CONC	Active Lighted

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