Runway 17 at KHLN is the southbound end of Helena Rgnl in Helena, Montana. The opposite end is Runway 35. Runway 17 has a magnetic heading of 179°. Length is 2,989 ft. Surface is asphalt. Pattern direction is left traffic. No ILS is published for this runway end. Helena Rgnl is a controlled field with tower service. The threshold elevation for Runway 17 is 3,811.9 ft MSL. Pilots should use the current FAA Chart Supplement for current NOTAM and runway condition before departure.
Wind component for Runway 17
Based on the current METAR wind at KHLN.
- Headwind
- -1.1 kt
- Crosswind
- 6.9 kt LEFT
- Rel. angle
- 99°
- Favorability
- challenging
Pattern entry · RWY 35
RIGHT TRAFFICTraffic pattern · Runway 17
LEFT-hand pattern on the south/east side. Tower-controlled. Follow ATC instructions for pattern entry.
- Upwind: climb runway heading 167°M
- Crosswind: turn left to 77°M
- Downwind: parallel runway, opposite direction (347°M)
- Base: perpendicular to runway
- Final: align with 167°M for Runway 17
Frequently asked questions
What is the heading of Runway 17 at KHLN?
Runway 17 at KHLN has a magnetic heading of 179°. Use magnetic references for planning and pattern work.
Is Runway 17 at KHLN left or right traffic?
Runway 17 uses left traffic. That is the standard pattern direction for this end.
What is the length of Runway 17 at KHLN?
Runway 17 is 2,989 ft long. Width is 75 ft.
What is the surface of Runway 17 at KHLN?
Runway 17 has an asphalt surface.
Does Runway 17 at KHLN have an ILS approach?
No ILS is published for Runway 17 at KHLN.
What is the opposite runway end for Runway 17 at KHLN?
The opposite end is Runway 35.
What is the threshold elevation for Runway 17 at KHLN?
The threshold elevation for Runway 17 is 3,811.9 ft MSL.