2
Runways
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
XA74
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.325, -94.785
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
HOUSTON
Coordinates
29.3251, -94.7846
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGLS 091852Z 13013KT 10SM SCT017 SCT023 31/26 A3006 RMK AO2 SLP178 T03060256
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
130° at 13 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
30.6°C
Dewpoint
25.6°C
Altimeter
1018.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KGLS (6 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 18:52Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at XA74. Showing nearest cameras.
Beach City
North · Camera 1
26 NM away
Post Oak Heliport
West · Camera 4 · 3 cameras total
48 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
| H2 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for XA74.
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XA74 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 (XA74) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in GALVESTON, Texas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.3251°N, 94.7846°W.
Helipads
GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 has 2 helipads. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface. Other runways include H2 (50 ft, CONC).
Communications & Operations
GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 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 XA74?
XA74 is the ICAO identifier for GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2, a public-use airport located in GALVESTON, Texas, United States.
How many runways does GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 have?
GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 (XA74) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of XA74?
The field elevation of GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 is 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at XA74?
No fuel types are currently listed for GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at XA74?
The current flight category at GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at XA74?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2.
How do I access complete data for XA74?
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Where is GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 located?
GALVESTON HELIPAD AREA NR 2 (XA74) is located in GALVESTON, Texas, United States, at an elevation of 10 ft MSL.
Does XA74 have weather cameras?
XA74 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.