1
Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
LA53
Elevation
96 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
31.977, -91.264
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
96 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MEMPHIS
Coordinates
31.9775, -91.2639
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KHEZ 220756Z AUTO 16004KT 6SM -RA BR SCT008 BKN017 OVC055 21/21 A2984 RMK AO2 SLP103 P0021 T02110206 $
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
160° at 4 kt
Visibility
6 SM
Temperature
21.1°C
Dewpoint
20.6°C
Altimeter
1010.60 inHg
Weather
-RA BR
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KHEZ (22 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 07:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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UMMC Jackson
West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
69 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 3,000 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for LA53.
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LA53 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
TENSAS FLYING SERVICE (LA53) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in ST. JOSEPH, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 96 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.9775°N, 91.2639°W.
Runways
TENSAS FLYING SERVICE has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 3,000 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
TENSAS FLYING SERVICE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near TENSAS FLYING SERVICE, 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 TENSAS FLYING SERVICE is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA53?
LA53 is the ICAO identifier for TENSAS FLYING SERVICE, a public-use airport located in ST. JOSEPH, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does TENSAS FLYING SERVICE have?
TENSAS FLYING SERVICE (LA53) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of LA53?
The field elevation of TENSAS FLYING SERVICE is 96 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at LA53?
No fuel types are currently listed for TENSAS FLYING SERVICE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at LA53?
The current flight category at TENSAS FLYING SERVICE is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at LA53?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for TENSAS FLYING SERVICE.
How do I access complete data for LA53?
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Where is TENSAS FLYING SERVICE located?
TENSAS FLYING SERVICE (LA53) is located in ST. JOSEPH, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 96 ft MSL.
Does LA53 have weather cameras?
LA53 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.