1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
LA50
Elevation
63 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
31.048, -92.138
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
63 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
31.0481, -92.1382
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMKV 131635Z AUTO 35008KT 10SM CLR 26/14 A3010 RMK AO2 T02650144 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
350° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
26.5°C
Dewpoint
14.4°C
Altimeter
1019.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KMKV (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 2,200 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | DETEL |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for LA50.
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LA50 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DETEL (LA50) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in HESSMER, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 63 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.0481°N, 92.1382°W.
Runways
DETEL has 1 runway. The longest runway (10/28) measures 2,200 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
DETEL 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 DETEL 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 LA50?
LA50 is the ICAO identifier for DETEL, a public-use airport located in HESSMER, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does DETEL have?
DETEL (LA50) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of LA50?
The field elevation of DETEL is 63 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at LA50?
No fuel types are currently listed for DETEL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at LA50?
The current flight category at DETEL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at LA50?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DETEL.
How do I access complete data for LA50?
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Where is DETEL located?
DETEL (LA50) is located in HESSMER, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 63 ft MSL.