2
Runways
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
IA82
Elevation
933 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.599, -93.624
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
933 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
41.5994, -93.6243
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KDSM 211454Z 08012KT 10SM FEW048 OVC075 12/04 A3023 RMK AO2 SLP238 60000 T01170044 58003
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
80° at 12 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
11.7°C
Dewpoint
4.4°C
Altimeter
1023.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KDSM (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 14:54Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | NSTD |
| H2 | 60 ft | 45 ft | ROOF-TOP | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for IA82.
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IA82 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE (IA82) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in DES MOINES, Iowa, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 933 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.5994°N, 93.6243°W.
Helipads
MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE has 2 helipads. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface. Other runways include H2 (60 ft, ROOF-TOP).
Communications & Operations
MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE 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 IA82?
IA82 is the ICAO identifier for MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE, a public-use airport located in DES MOINES, Iowa, United States.
How many runways does MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE have?
MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE (IA82) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of IA82?
The field elevation of MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE is 933 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at IA82?
No fuel types are currently listed for MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at IA82?
The current flight category at MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at IA82?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE.
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Where is MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE located?
MERCY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER PRIVATE (IA82) is located in DES MOINES, Iowa, United States, at an elevation of 933 ft MSL.