1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
47LA
Elevation
17 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
30.215, -93.227
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
17 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
30.2154, -93.2270
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLCH 132053Z 10SM CLR 31/12 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP164 T03060122 58022
Flight Category
VFR
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
30.6°C
Dewpoint
12.2°C
Altimeter
1015.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KLCH (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 20:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 74 ft | 42 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 47LA.
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47LA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL (47LA) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 17 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.2154°N, 93.2270°W.
Helipads
CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 74 feet by 42 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK 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 47LA?
47LA is the ICAO identifier for CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL have?
CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL (47LA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 47LA?
The field elevation of CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL is 17 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 47LA?
No fuel types are currently listed for CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 47LA?
The current flight category at CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 47LA?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for 47LA?
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Where is CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL located?
CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL (47LA) is located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 17 ft MSL.