1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC23
Elevation
140 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.516, -78.333
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
140 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
35.5156, -78.3335
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KJNX 131815Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM FEW050 24/10 A2995 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24°C
Dewpoint
10°C
Altimeter
1014.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KJNX (4 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 121.175 | SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 290.9 | SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC23.
Nearby Airports in North Carolina
Nearest airports
- NR08 — ADAMS
ROWLAND
- 8NC — Adams Airport
Rowland
- null — Aerial Spraying Service Airport
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- NC21 — AERO PLANTATION
WEDDINGTON
- NC21 — Aero Plantation Airport
Weddington
North Carolina airports
NC23 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL (NC23) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in SMITHFIELD, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 140 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.5156°N, 78.3335°W.
Helipads
JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at JOHNSTON MEML 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 NC23?
NC23 is the ICAO identifier for JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in SMITHFIELD, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL have?
JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL (NC23) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC23?
The field elevation of JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL is 140 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC23?
No fuel types are currently listed for JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC23?
The current flight category at JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NC23?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL.
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Where is JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL located?
JOHNSTON MEML HOSPITAL (NC23) is located in SMITHFIELD, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 140 ft MSL.