1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
LS56
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.337, -89.984
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
29.3366, -89.9842
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGAO 220355Z AUTO 16005KT 10SM BKN013 26/23 A2992 RMK AO2 T02580231
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
160° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25.8°C
Dewpoint
23.1°C
Altimeter
1013.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KGAO (18 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 03:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 25 ft | 25 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for LS56.
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LS56 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MEDICANT ISLAND (LS56) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in GRAND ISLE, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.3366°N, 89.9842°W.
Helipads
MEDICANT ISLAND has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 25 feet by 25 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
MEDICANT ISLAND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at MEDICANT ISLAND 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 LS56?
LS56 is the ICAO identifier for MEDICANT ISLAND, a public-use airport located in GRAND ISLE, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does MEDICANT ISLAND have?
MEDICANT ISLAND (LS56) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of LS56?
The field elevation of MEDICANT ISLAND is 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at LS56?
No fuel types are currently listed for MEDICANT ISLAND. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at LS56?
The current flight category at MEDICANT ISLAND is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at LS56?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MEDICANT ISLAND.
How do I access complete data for LS56?
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Where is MEDICANT ISLAND located?
MEDICANT ISLAND (LS56) is located in GRAND ISLE, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft MSL.