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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
0XS3
FAA
0XS3
Elevation
32 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
28.792, -96.042
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
32 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
28.7922, -96.0419
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KPSX 101753Z AUTO 15014KT 7SM SCT022 BKN031 BKN055 31/25 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP142 60002 T03060250 10311 20272 58002
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
150° at 14 kt
Visibility
7 SM
Temperature
30.6°C
Dewpoint
25°C
Altimeter
1014.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KPSX (13 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-10 17:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 0XS3. Showing nearest cameras.
Sugar Land
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
55 NM away
Post Oak Heliport
West · Camera 4 · 3 cameras total
67 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 30 ft | 30 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 0XS3.
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0XS3 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT (0XS3) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in PALACIOS, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 32 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 28.7922°N, 96.0419°W.
Helipads
SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 30 feet by 30 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 0XS3?
0XS3 is the ICAO identifier for SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT, a public-use airport located in PALACIOS, Texas, United States.
How many runways does SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT have?
SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT (0XS3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 0XS3?
The field elevation of SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT is 32 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 0XS3?
No fuel types are currently listed for SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 0XS3?
The current flight category at SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 0XS3?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT.
How do I access complete data for 0XS3?
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Where is SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT located?
SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT (0XS3) is located in PALACIOS, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 32 ft MSL.
Does 0XS3 have weather cameras?
0XS3 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.