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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8TA2
Elevation
725 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
33.649, -96.610
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
725 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
FORT WORTH
Coordinates
33.6494, -96.6102
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGYI 131650Z 16004KT 10SM CLR 28/17 A3011
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
160° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28°C
Dewpoint
17°C
Altimeter
1019.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KGYI (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:50Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 48 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8TA2.
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8TA2 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (8TA2) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in SHERMAN, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 725 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 33.6494°N, 96.6102°W.
Helipads
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 48 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, 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 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY 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 8TA2?
8TA2 is the ICAO identifier for DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, a public-use airport located in SHERMAN, Texas, United States.
How many runways does DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY have?
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (8TA2) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8TA2?
The field elevation of DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY is 725 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8TA2?
No fuel types are currently listed for DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8TA2?
The current flight category at DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8TA2?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY.
How do I access complete data for 8TA2?
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Where is DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY located?
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (8TA2) is located in SHERMAN, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 725 ft MSL.
Does 8TA2 have weather cameras?
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