helipad

noun

he·​li·​pad ˈhe-lə-ˌpad How to pronounce helipad (audio)
ˈhē-
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Examples of helipad in a Sentence

The building has a helipad on its roof.
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Maritime evacuations remain among the most difficult rescue operations because helicopters have limited offshore range and many expedition vessels lack helipads entirely. Barbara Booth, CNBC, 9 May 2026 Between the rooftop helipad, nine restaurants and bars, 20,000-square-foot spa, and even an on-site Rolls‑Royce showroom, this is a hotel where indulgence isn’t optional. Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026 In addition to two helipads, the yacht also has a helicopter hanger that converts into a squash court, as well as a 25-meter long swimming pool. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026 Five boats are included—three supporting the property’s business operations and two reserved for leisure—along with a helipad for easy access. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for helipad

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of helipad was in 1960

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“Helipad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/helipad. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

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