1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8TA1
Elevation
20 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
28.478, -96.762
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
20 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
28.4781, -96.7619
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KPKV 272115Z AUTO 18012KT 9SM BKN033 BKN042 32/26 A2996 RMK AO2 T03170261
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
180° at 12 kt
Visibility
9 SM
Temperature
31.7°C
Dewpoint
26.1°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KPKV (12 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 21:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/S | 3,100 ft | 60 ft | GRVL-TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8TA1.
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8TA1 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE (8TA1) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in SEADRIFT, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 20 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 28.4781°N, 96.7619°W.
Runways
WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE has 1 runway. The longest runway (N/S) measures 3,100 feet by 60 feet with a grvl-turf surface.
Communications & Operations
WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE 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 8TA1?
8TA1 is the ICAO identifier for WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE, a public-use airport located in SEADRIFT, Texas, United States.
How many runways does WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE have?
WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE (8TA1) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8TA1?
The field elevation of WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE is 20 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8TA1?
No fuel types are currently listed for WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8TA1?
The current flight category at WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8TA1?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE.
How do I access complete data for 8TA1?
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Where is WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE located?
WHATLEY FLYING SERVICE (8TA1) is located in SEADRIFT, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 20 ft MSL.