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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
96XS
FAA
96XS
Elevation
9 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.529, -94.766
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
9 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Coordinates
29.5288, -94.7660
Current Weather
METAR KGLS 131852Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 28/17 A3007 RMK AO2 SLP181 T02830167
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28.3°C
Dewpoint
16.7°C
Altimeter
1018.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KGLS (17 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:52Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 35 ft | 35 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 96XS.
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96XS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport (96XS) is a heliport located in Smith Point, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 9 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.5288°N, 94.7660°W.
Helipads
Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 35 feet by 35 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport, 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 Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport 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 96XS?
96XS is the ICAO identifier for Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport, a public-use airport located in Smith Point, Texas, United States.
How many runways does Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport have?
Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport (96XS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 96XS?
The field elevation of Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport is 9 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 96XS?
No fuel types are currently listed for Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 96XS?
The current flight category at Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 96XS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport.
How do I access complete data for 96XS?
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Where is Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport located?
Houston Oil & Minerals Smith Point Heliport (96XS) is located in Smith Point, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 9 ft MSL.
Does 96XS have weather cameras?
96XS does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.