1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
17NE
Elevation
1,433 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
40.155, -97.174
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
1,433 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
40.1549, -97.1739
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KHJH 131735Z AUTO 09007KT 10SM CLR 26/M02 A3018 RMK AO2 T02571021
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
90° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25.7°C
Dewpoint
-2.1°C
Altimeter
1022.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KHJH (25 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 17NE.
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17NE Operational Overview
Location & Facility
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL (17NE) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in FAIRBURY, Nebraska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,433 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 40.1549°N, 97.1739°W.
Helipads
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL 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 17NE?
17NE is the ICAO identifier for JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in FAIRBURY, Nebraska, United States.
How many runways does JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL have?
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL (17NE) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 17NE?
The field elevation of JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL is 1,433 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 17NE?
No fuel types are currently listed for JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 17NE?
The current flight category at JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 17NE?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL.
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Where is JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL located?
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEML HOSPITAL (17NE) is located in FAIRBURY, Nebraska, United States, at an elevation of 1,433 ft MSL.