1
Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
53FL
Elevation
125 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.643, -82.354
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
125 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
29.6433, -82.3536
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGNV 131853Z 10SM SCT040 BKN049 29/20 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP115 T02890200
Flight Category
VFR
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28.9°C
Dewpoint
20°C
Altimeter
1011.90 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KGNV (6 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 30 ft | 30 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 53FL.
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53FL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA (53FL) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in GAINESVILLE, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 125 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.6433°N, 82.3536°W.
Helipads
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 30 feet by 30 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA 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 53FL?
53FL is the ICAO identifier for UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, a public-use airport located in GAINESVILLE, Florida, United States.
How many runways does UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA have?
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA (53FL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 53FL?
The field elevation of UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA is 125 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 53FL?
No fuel types are currently listed for UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 53FL?
The current flight category at UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 53FL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA.
How do I access complete data for 53FL?
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Where is UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA located?
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA (53FL) is located in GAINESVILLE, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 125 ft MSL.