1
Runway
3
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC33
Elevation
1,470 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
3
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.662, -82.029
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
1,470 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.6624, -82.0294
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFQD 220155Z AUTO 08003KT 10SM -RA SCT080 BKN110 21/21 A3009 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
80° at 3 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
21°C
Dewpoint
21°C
Altimeter
1019.00 inHg
Weather
-RA
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KFQD (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 01:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL |
| HICKORY RCAG | 125.15 | HICKORY |
| HICKORY RCAG | 263.0 | HICKORY |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC33.
Nearby Airports in North Carolina
Nearest airports
- NR08 — ADAMS
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- 8NC — Adams Airport
Rowland
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- NC21 — Aero Plantation Airport
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North Carolina airports
NC33 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL (NC33) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in MARION, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,470 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.6624°N, 82.0294°W.
Helipads
MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 3 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL 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 NC33?
NC33 is the ICAO identifier for MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL, a public-use airport located in MARION, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL have?
MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL (NC33) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC33?
The field elevation of MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL is 1,470 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC33?
No fuel types are currently listed for MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC33?
The current flight category at MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NC33?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL.
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Where is MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL located?
MISSION HOSPITAL MCDOWELL (NC33) is located in MARION, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 1,470 ft MSL.