1
Runway
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Frequencies
0
Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
5LA8
FAA
5LA8
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
30.227, -93.163
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
30.2271, -93.1626
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLCH 092253Z 17011KT 10SM CLR 31/24 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP171 T03060244
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
170° at 11 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
30.6°C
Dewpoint
24.4°C
Altimeter
1016.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KLCH (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 22:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 12 ft | 12 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5LA8.
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5LA8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
LA STATE POLICE TROOP D (5LA8) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.2271°N, 93.1626°W.
Helipads
LA STATE POLICE TROOP D has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 12 feet by 12 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
LA STATE POLICE TROOP D is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at LA STATE POLICE TROOP D 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 5LA8?
5LA8 is the ICAO identifier for LA STATE POLICE TROOP D, a public-use airport located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does LA STATE POLICE TROOP D have?
LA STATE POLICE TROOP D (5LA8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5LA8?
The field elevation of LA STATE POLICE TROOP D is 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5LA8?
No fuel types are currently listed for LA STATE POLICE TROOP D. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5LA8?
The current flight category at LA STATE POLICE TROOP D is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5LA8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for LA STATE POLICE TROOP D.
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Where is LA STATE POLICE TROOP D located?
LA STATE POLICE TROOP D (5LA8) is located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft MSL.