1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5FD3
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
27.534, -82.565
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
27.5340, -82.5652
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KSRQ 131953Z AUTO 26009KT 10SM CLR 31/23 A2985 RMK AO2 SLP106 T03060228
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
260° at 9 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
30.6°C
Dewpoint
22.8°C
Altimeter
1010.90 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KSRQ (8 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 19:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lakeland Linder Airport
North · Camera 1
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East · Camera 1 · 2 cameras total
60 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 35 ft | 35 ft | CONC | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5FD3.
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5FD3 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD (5FD3) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in PALMETTO, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 27.5340°N, 82.5652°W.
Helipads
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 35 feet by 35 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD, 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 MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD 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 5FD3?
5FD3 is the ICAO identifier for MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD, a public-use airport located in PALMETTO, Florida, United States.
How many runways does MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD have?
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD (5FD3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5FD3?
The field elevation of MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD is 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5FD3?
No fuel types are currently listed for MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5FD3?
The current flight category at MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5FD3?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD.
How do I access complete data for 5FD3?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD.
Where is MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD located?
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD (5FD3) is located in PALMETTO, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft MSL.
Does 5FD3 have weather cameras?
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