1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
4
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
KL87
FAA
L87
Elevation
286 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
33.004, -93.893
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
286 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
FORT WORTH
Coordinates
33.0043, -93.8932
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KTXK 280253Z 17007KT 10SM CLR 29/24 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP127 T02940239 53001 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
170° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
29.4°C
Dewpoint
23.9°C
Altimeter
1013.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KTXK (28 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-28 02:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | IDAS |
Active NOTAMs
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KL87 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
IDAS (KL87) is a publicly owned heliport open to the public located in IDA, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 286 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 33.0043°N, 93.8932°W.
Helipads
IDAS has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
IDAS 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 IDAS is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations. There are currently 4 active NOTAMs for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KL87?
KL87 is the ICAO identifier for IDAS, a public-use airport located in IDA, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does IDAS have?
IDAS (KL87) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KL87?
The field elevation of IDAS is 286 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KL87?
No fuel types are currently listed for IDAS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at KL87?
The current flight category at IDAS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at KL87?
There are currently 4 active NOTAMs for IDAS. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.
How do I access complete data for KL87?
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Where is IDAS located?
IDAS (KL87) is located in IDA, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 286 ft MSL.