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Quick Facts
ICAO
42CL
FAA
42CL
Elevation
60 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
33.663, -117.904
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
60 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
LOS ANGELES
Coordinates
33.6629, -117.9039
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KSNA 091953Z 20010KT 10SM CLR 23/15 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP125 T02280150
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
200° at 10 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
22.8°C
Dewpoint
15°C
Altimeter
1013.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KSNA (2 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 19:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Signal Peak
SouthEast · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
7 NM away
Chino Hills
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
18 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 93 ft | 67 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 42CL.
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42CL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT (42CL) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in COSTA MESA, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 60 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 33.6629°N, 117.9039°W.
Helipads
COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 93 feet by 67 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT, 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 COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT 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 42CL?
42CL is the ICAO identifier for COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT, a public-use airport located in COSTA MESA, California, United States.
How many runways does COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT have?
COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT (42CL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 42CL?
The field elevation of COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT is 60 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 42CL?
No fuel types are currently listed for COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 42CL?
The current flight category at COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 42CL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT.
How do I access complete data for 42CL?
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Where is COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT located?
COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT (42CL) is located in COSTA MESA, California, United States, at an elevation of 60 ft MSL.
Does 42CL have weather cameras?
42CL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.