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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
LA79
FAA
LA79
Elevation
180 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
30.719, -90.358
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
180 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
30.7185, -90.3579
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at LA79. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
False River Airport
North · Camera 1
67 NM away
1 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 2,400 ft | 60 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- FOR CD CTC NEW ORLEANS APCH AT 504-471-4350.
Nearby airports & facilities
LA79
SYCAMORE
AMITE — <1 nm
LS86
Le Blanc Field
Hammond — 4 nm
9LA9
SKYLINE AIRPARK
AMITE — 5 nm
9LA9
SKYLINE AIRPARK
AMITE — 5 nm
LS26
GOOSE LANDING
LORANGER — 6 nm
LS26
GOOSE LANDING
LORANGER — 6 nm
LA26
Unicorn Airport
Folsom — 7 nm
LS92
KOENIG AIRPARK
ROBERT — 8 nm
LS92
KOENIG AIRPARK
ROBERT — 8 nm
LA13
SHAW CROP SERVICE
HAMMOND — 9 nm
LA13
SHAW CROP SERVICE
HAMMOND — 9 nm
51LA
LALLIE KEMP REG MED CTR
INDEPENDENCE — 9 nm
Nearest airports
- LA79 — SYCAMORE
AMITE
- LS86 — Le Blanc Field
Hammond
- 9LA9 — SKYLINE AIRPARK
AMITE
- 9LA9 — SKYLINE AIRPARK
AMITE
- LS26 — GOOSE LANDING
LORANGER
Louisiana airports
LA79 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SYCAMORE (LA79) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in AMITE, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 180 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.7185°N, 90.3579°W.
Runways
SYCAMORE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,400 feet by 60 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SYCAMORE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near SYCAMORE, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LA79?
LA79 is the FAA location identifier for SYCAMORE, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in AMITE, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does SYCAMORE have?
SYCAMORE (LA79) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of LA79?
The field elevation of SYCAMORE is 180 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at LA79?
No fuel types are currently listed for SYCAMORE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at LA79?
The longest runway at SYCAMORE is 2,400 feet long.
How do I access complete data for LA79?
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Where is SYCAMORE located?
SYCAMORE (LA79) is located in AMITE, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 180 ft MSL.
Does LA79 have weather cameras?
LA79 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.