4
Runways
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56MU
Elevation
1,270 ft MSL
Runways
4
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.145, -93.281
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
1,270 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
KANSAS CITY
Coordinates
37.1446, -93.2805
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KSGF 220152Z 28005KT 10SM -RA FEW029 OVC040 18/17 A3002 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT NW SLP158 P0002 T01830172
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
280° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
18.3°C
Dewpoint
17.2°C
Altimeter
1016.70 inHg
Weather
-RA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KSGF (9 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 01:52Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 30 ft | 30 ft | ASPH | - |
| H2 | 45 ft | 45 ft | CONC | - |
| H3 | 50 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | - |
| H4 | 50 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 123.05 | LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56MU.
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56MU Operational Overview
Location & Facility
LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH (56MU) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.1446°N, 93.2805°W.
Helipads
LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH has 4 helipads. The longest pad (H1) measures 30 feet by 30 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include H2 (45 ft, CONC), H3 (50 ft, ASPH), H4 (50 ft, ASPH).
Communications & Operations
LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH 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 56MU?
56MU is the ICAO identifier for LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH, a public-use airport located in SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, United States.
How many runways does LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH have?
LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH (56MU) has 4 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56MU?
The field elevation of LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH is 1,270 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56MU?
No fuel types are currently listed for LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56MU?
The current flight category at LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56MU?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH.
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Where is LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH located?
LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH (56MU) is located in SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, United States, at an elevation of 1,270 ft MSL.