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Quick Facts
FAA
78FA
Elevation
14 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
27.137, -82.413
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
14 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
27.1368, -82.4132
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KVNC 131615Z AUTO 23009KT 9SM FEW032 29/24 A2992 RMK AO2 T02920238 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
230° at 9 kt
Visibility
9 SM
Temperature
29.2°C
Dewpoint
23.8°C
Altimeter
1013.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KVNC (4 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:15Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Salty Approach Airport
East · Camera 1 · 2 cameras total
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Lakeland Linder Airport
North · Camera 1
56 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | ASPH | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 78FA.
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78FA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (78FA) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in NORTH VENICE, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 14 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 27.1368°N, 82.4132°W.
Helipads
SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, 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 SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 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 78FA?
78FA is the ICAO identifier for SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in NORTH VENICE, Florida, United States.
How many runways does SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL have?
SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (78FA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 78FA?
The field elevation of SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL is 14 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 78FA?
No fuel types are currently listed for SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 78FA?
The current flight category at SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 78FA?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for 78FA?
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Where is SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL located?
SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (78FA) is located in NORTH VENICE, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 14 ft MSL.
Does 78FA have weather cameras?
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