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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
4FD9
Elevation
5 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
26.463, -82.155
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
5 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
26.4627, -82.1550
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFMY 132253Z 28010KT 10SM FEW040 SCT050 28/21 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP103 T02830211
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
280° at 10 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28.3°C
Dewpoint
21.1°C
Altimeter
1010.20 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KFMY (19 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 22:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Salty Approach Airport
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9 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 81 ft | 81 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 4FD9.
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4FD9 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP (4FD9) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in SANIBEL, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 5 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 26.4627°N, 82.1550°W.
Helipads
BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 81 feet by 81 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP, 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 BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP 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 4FD9?
4FD9 is the ICAO identifier for BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP, a public-use airport located in SANIBEL, Florida, United States.
How many runways does BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP have?
BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP (4FD9) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 4FD9?
The field elevation of BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP is 5 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 4FD9?
No fuel types are currently listed for BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 4FD9?
The current flight category at BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 4FD9?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP.
How do I access complete data for 4FD9?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP.
Where is BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP located?
BOWMAN'S BEACH HELISTOP (4FD9) is located in SANIBEL, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 5 ft MSL.
Does 4FD9 have weather cameras?
4FD9 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.