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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8XS5
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.272, -94.819
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
29.2717, -94.8186
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
SPECI KGLS 231839Z 07014G20KT 10SM -TSRA FEW008 BKN014 OVC022 24/22 A2995 RMK AO2 PK WND 05030/1819 WSHFT 1818 LTG DSNT ALQDS RAB35 TSB20 P0000 T02390217
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
70° at 14 kt G20
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.9°C
Dewpoint
21.7°C
Altimeter
1014.30 inHg
Weather
-TSRA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KGLS (3 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-23 18:39Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 20 ft | 20 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8XS5.
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8XS5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SAN LUIS RESORT (8XS5) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in GALVESTON, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.2717°N, 94.8186°W.
Helipads
SAN LUIS RESORT has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 20 feet by 20 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
SAN LUIS RESORT is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SAN LUIS RESORT, 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 SAN LUIS RESORT is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 8XS5?
8XS5 is the ICAO identifier for SAN LUIS RESORT, a public-use airport located in GALVESTON, Texas, United States.
How many runways does SAN LUIS RESORT have?
SAN LUIS RESORT (8XS5) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8XS5?
The field elevation of SAN LUIS RESORT is 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8XS5?
No fuel types are currently listed for SAN LUIS RESORT. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8XS5?
The current flight category at SAN LUIS RESORT is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8XS5?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SAN LUIS RESORT.
How do I access complete data for 8XS5?
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Where is SAN LUIS RESORT located?
SAN LUIS RESORT (8XS5) is located in GALVESTON, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 10 ft MSL.
Does 8XS5 have weather cameras?
8XS5 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.