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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8AL5
Elevation
256 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
33.642, -87.197
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
256 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
33.6425, -87.1972
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KJFX 131735Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM FEW043 25/15 A3004 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25°C
Dewpoint
15°C
Altimeter
1017.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KJFX (17 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Jasper
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
14 NM away
Intermodal
West · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
64 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 26 ft | 26 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8AL5.
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8AL5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
PLANT GORGAS (8AL5) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in PARRISH, Alabama, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 256 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 33.6425°N, 87.1972°W.
Helipads
PLANT GORGAS has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 26 feet by 26 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
PLANT GORGAS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near PLANT GORGAS, 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 PLANT GORGAS 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 8AL5?
8AL5 is the ICAO identifier for PLANT GORGAS, a public-use airport located in PARRISH, Alabama, United States.
How many runways does PLANT GORGAS have?
PLANT GORGAS (8AL5) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8AL5?
The field elevation of PLANT GORGAS is 256 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8AL5?
No fuel types are currently listed for PLANT GORGAS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8AL5?
The current flight category at PLANT GORGAS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8AL5?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for PLANT GORGAS.
How do I access complete data for 8AL5?
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Where is PLANT GORGAS located?
PLANT GORGAS (8AL5) is located in PARRISH, Alabama, United States, at an elevation of 256 ft MSL.
Does 8AL5 have weather cameras?
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