1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
17TS
Elevation
4,435 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
30.385, -103.669
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
4,435 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ALBUQUERQUE
Coordinates
30.3847, -103.6694
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KE38 131635Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 30/00 A3027 RMK AO2 T03041005
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
30.4°C
Dewpoint
-0.5°C
Altimeter
1025.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KE38 (1 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 17TS.
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- 16TT — 16 L RANCH
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- 16TT — 16 L Ranch Airport
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17TS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR (17TS) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in ALPINE, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 4,435 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.3847°N, 103.6694°W.
Helipads
BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR 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 17TS?
17TS is the ICAO identifier for BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR, a public-use airport located in ALPINE, Texas, United States.
How many runways does BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR have?
BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR (17TS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 17TS?
The field elevation of BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR is 4,435 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 17TS?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 17TS?
The current flight category at BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 17TS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR.
How do I access complete data for 17TS?
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Where is BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR located?
BIG BEND RGNL MED CTR (17TS) is located in ALPINE, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 4,435 ft MSL.