1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
LS96
Elevation
7 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.968, -90.143
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
7 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
29.9676, -90.1431
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMSY 131553Z 33005KT 10SM FEW012 SCT070 24/21 A3006 RMK AO2 SLP183 T02440206
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24.4°C
Dewpoint
20.6°C
Altimeter
1018.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KMSY (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 15:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for LS96.
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LS96 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS (LS96) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in JEFFERSON, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 7 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.9676°N, 90.1431°W.
Helipads
OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS 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 LS96?
LS96 is the ICAO identifier for OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS, a public-use airport located in JEFFERSON, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS have?
OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS (LS96) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of LS96?
The field elevation of OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS is 7 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at LS96?
No fuel types are currently listed for OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at LS96?
The current flight category at OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at LS96?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS.
How do I access complete data for LS96?
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Where is OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS located?
OCHSNER MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS (LS96) is located in JEFFERSON, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 7 ft MSL.