1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC38
Elevation
1,020 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.628, -81.375
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
1,020 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.6283, -81.3750
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KHKY 220553Z AUTO 09007KT 5SM BR BKN008 OVC012 19/19 A3013 RMK AO2 RAB05E17 CIG 006V010 SLP178 P0001 60002 T01940189 10211 20194 50003
Flight Category
IFR
Wind
90° at 7 kt
Visibility
5 SM
Temperature
19.4°C
Dewpoint
18.9°C
Altimeter
1020.40 inHg
Weather
BR
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KHKY (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 05:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Smith Reynolds Airport
SouthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
76 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 55 ft | 55 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC38.
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NC38 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
PROPST (NC38) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in HICKORY, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.6283°N, 81.3750°W.
Helipads
PROPST has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 55 feet by 55 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
PROPST is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near PROPST, 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 PROPST is IFR (Instrument Flight Rules — instrument approach required). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NC38?
NC38 is the ICAO identifier for PROPST, a public-use airport located in HICKORY, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does PROPST have?
PROPST (NC38) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC38?
The field elevation of PROPST is 1,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC38?
No fuel types are currently listed for PROPST. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC38?
The current flight category at PROPST is IFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NC38?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for PROPST.
How do I access complete data for NC38?
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Where is PROPST located?
PROPST (NC38) is located in HICKORY, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 1,020 ft MSL.
Does NC38 have weather cameras?
NC38 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.