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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
3XS8
Elevation
3,651 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
31.100, -103.961
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
3,651 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ALBUQUERQUE
Coordinates
31.1002, -103.9614
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KPEQ 222015Z AUTO 26012G21KT 10SM CLR 35/00 A2980 RMK AO2 T03511004 PWINO
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
260° at 12 kt G21
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
35.1°C
Dewpoint
-0.4°C
Altimeter
1009.20 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KPEQ (32 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 20:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 3,549 ft | 75 ft | DIRT | NSTD |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 3XS8.
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3XS8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
GIFFIN RANCH (3XS8) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BALMORHEA, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,651 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.1002°N, 103.9614°W.
Runways
GIFFIN RANCH has 1 runway. The longest runway (03/21) measures 3,549 feet by 75 feet with a dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
GIFFIN RANCH is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at GIFFIN RANCH 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 3XS8?
3XS8 is the ICAO identifier for GIFFIN RANCH, a public-use airport located in BALMORHEA, Texas, United States.
How many runways does GIFFIN RANCH have?
GIFFIN RANCH (3XS8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 3XS8?
The field elevation of GIFFIN RANCH is 3,651 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 3XS8?
No fuel types are currently listed for GIFFIN RANCH. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 3XS8?
The current flight category at GIFFIN RANCH is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 3XS8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for GIFFIN RANCH.
How do I access complete data for 3XS8?
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Where is GIFFIN RANCH located?
GIFFIN RANCH (3XS8) is located in BALMORHEA, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 3,651 ft MSL.