2
Runways
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
TX17
Elevation
502.7 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
32.170, -95.847
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
502.7 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
FORT WORTH
Coordinates
32.1696, -95.8472
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KF44 131615Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 27/15 A3011 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
27°C
Dewpoint
15°C
Altimeter
1019.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KF44 (1 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 100 ft | 120 ft | CONC | PERI |
| H2 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for TX17.
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16TT
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10TS
2C RANCH
LANEVILLE — 489 ft
10TS
2C Ranch Airport
Laneville — 475 ft
TT65
3 BARREL RANCH
BLEIBLERVILLE — 311 ft
TT65
3 Barrel Ranch Airport
Bleiblerville — 311 ft
44XS
3 MILL RANCH
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44XS
3 Mill Ranch Airport
Mountain Home — 2,232 ft
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- 16TT — 16 L RANCH
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- 16TT — 16 L Ranch Airport
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TX17 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL (TX17) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in ATHENS, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 502.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 32.1696°N, 95.8472°W.
Helipads
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL has 2 helipads. The longest pad (H1) measures 100 feet by 120 feet with a conc surface. Other runways include H2 (40 ft, CONC).
Communications & Operations
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS 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 TX17?
TX17 is the ICAO identifier for UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in ATHENS, Texas, United States.
How many runways does UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL have?
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL (TX17) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of TX17?
The field elevation of UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL is 502.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at TX17?
No fuel types are currently listed for UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at TX17?
The current flight category at UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at TX17?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL.
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Where is UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL located?
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL (TX17) is located in ATHENS, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 502.7 ft MSL.