1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
DC17
Elevation
285 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.928, -77.014
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
285 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
38.9276, -77.0144
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KDCA 131652Z 18017G26KT 10SM FEW090 BKN180 23/09 A2990 RMK AO2 PK WND 21028/1605 SLP123 T02280089
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
180° at 17 kt G26
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
22.8°C
Dewpoint
8.9°C
Altimeter
1012.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KDCA (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:52Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 60 ft | 60 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 123.05 | CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for DC17.
Nearby Airports in District of Columbia
Nearest airports
- KHEF — MANASSAS RGNL/HARRY P DAVIS FLD
WASHINGTON
- KDCA — RONALD REAGAN WASHINGTON NTL
WASHINGTON
- KIAD — WASHINGTON DULLES INTL
WASHINGTON
District of Columbia airports
DC17 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL (DC17) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 285 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.9276°N, 77.0144°W.
Helipads
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 60 feet by 60 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL 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 DC17?
DC17 is the ICAO identifier for CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, United States.
How many runways does CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL have?
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL (DC17) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of DC17?
The field elevation of CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL is 285 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at DC17?
No fuel types are currently listed for CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at DC17?
The current flight category at CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at DC17?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL.
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Where is CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL located?
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL (DC17) is located in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, United States, at an elevation of 285 ft MSL.