1
Runway
0
Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
53TN
Elevation
1,020 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.958, -83.936
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
1,020 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.9577, -83.9362
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KTYS 131853Z 21015G21KT 10SM FEW050 SCT200 24/12 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP128 T02440117
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
210° at 15 kt G21
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24.4°C
Dewpoint
11.7°C
Altimeter
1014.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KTYS (9 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | MATS | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 53TN.
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53TN Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FORT SANDERS RMC (53TN) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.9577°N, 83.9362°W.
Helipads
FORT SANDERS RMC has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a mats surface.
Communications & Operations
FORT SANDERS RMC is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at FORT SANDERS RMC 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 53TN?
53TN is the ICAO identifier for FORT SANDERS RMC, a public-use airport located in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, United States.
How many runways does FORT SANDERS RMC have?
FORT SANDERS RMC (53TN) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 53TN?
The field elevation of FORT SANDERS RMC is 1,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 53TN?
No fuel types are currently listed for FORT SANDERS RMC. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 53TN?
The current flight category at FORT SANDERS RMC is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 53TN?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FORT SANDERS RMC.
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Where is FORT SANDERS RMC located?
FORT SANDERS RMC (53TN) is located in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, United States, at an elevation of 1,020 ft MSL.