1
Runway
5
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
23XS
Elevation
720 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
5
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
31.359, -97.671
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
720 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
FORT WORTH
Coordinates
31.3585, -97.6711
Ownership
MR
Current Weather
METAR KGOP 231855Z AUTO 20007KT 10SM SCT021 SCT110 26/23 A2997 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
200° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
26°C
Dewpoint
23°C
Altimeter
1015.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KGOP (8 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-23 18:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 2,200 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 138.55 | SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP |
| GND/P | 238.2 | LONGHORN AUX LANDING STRIP |
| LCL/P | 138.55 | LONGHORN AUX LANDING STRIP |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | LONGHORN AUX LANDING STRIP |
| LCL/S | XXX.XXX | LONGHORN AUX LANDING STRIP |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 23XS.
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23XS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP (23XS) is a military airport restricted to private use located in FORT HOOD (KILLEEN), Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 720 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.3585°N, 97.6711°W.
Runways
SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP has 1 runway. The longest runway (15/33) measures 2,200 feet by 50 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 5 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP 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 23XS?
23XS is the ICAO identifier for SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP, a public-use airport located in FORT HOOD (KILLEEN), Texas, United States.
How many runways does SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP have?
SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP (23XS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 23XS?
The field elevation of SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP is 720 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 23XS?
No fuel types are currently listed for SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 23XS?
The current flight category at SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 23XS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP.
How do I access complete data for 23XS?
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Where is SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP located?
SHORTHORN AUX LANDING STRIP (23XS) is located in FORT HOOD (KILLEEN), Texas, United States, at an elevation of 720 ft MSL.