WBTV Heliport

Charlotte, North Carolina

WBTV Heliport

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Category: Heliports

About

Broadcast Media Aviation

The WBTV Heliport (FAA LID: NC90) serves the aviation needs of WBTV, the CBS-affiliated television station in Charlotte. Located near the station's studios off Morehead Street and adjacent to Interstate 77, the facility supports the operation of the station's news helicopter, Sky 3.

News Gathering Operations

This private heliport is essential for aerial news gathering, traffic reporting, and breaking news coverage across the Charlotte metropolitan area. The facility enables the news team to rapidly deploy their helicopter to cover events, weather emergencies, and traffic incidents, providing real-time visual information to viewers.