1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
73T
Elevation
648.5 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL,A
Coordinates
32.632, -96.855
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
648.5 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL,A
ARTCC
FORT WORTH
Coordinates
32.6317, -96.8552
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
SPECI KRBD 220704Z AUTO 00000KT 7SM BKN009 20/19 A2986 RMK AO2 T02000194
Flight Category
IFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
7 SM
Temperature
20°C
Dewpoint
19.4°C
Altimeter
1011.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KRBD (3 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 07:04Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 54 ft | 54 ft | CONC | NSTD |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 73T.
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73T Operational Overview
Location & Facility
COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO (73T) is a publicly owned heliport open to the public located in DESOTO, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 648.5 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 32.6317°N, 96.8552°W.
Helipads
COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 54 feet by 54 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO is IFR (Instrument Flight Rules — instrument approach required). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 73T?
73T is the ICAO identifier for COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO, a public-use airport located in DESOTO, Texas, United States.
How many runways does COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO have?
COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO (73T) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 73T?
The field elevation of COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO is 648.5 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 73T?
Yes, COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO offers 100LL,A fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at 73T?
The current flight category at COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO is IFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 73T?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO.
How do I access complete data for 73T?
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Where is COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO located?
COLONEL BOBBY WADDLE/DESOTO (73T) is located in DESOTO, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 648.5 ft MSL.