1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
28NE
Elevation
1,740 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.790, -97.097
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,740 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
41.7903, -97.0969
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KOLU 061256Z AUTO 33003KT 10SM SCT100 05/M02 A3010 RMK AO2 SLP203 T00501017
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 3 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
5°C
Dewpoint
-1.7°C
Altimeter
1019.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KOLU (25 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:56Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,632 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | BIG THUNDER |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 28NE.
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28NE Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIG THUNDER (28NE) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in CLARKSON, Nebraska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,740 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.7903°N, 97.0969°W.
Runways
BIG THUNDER has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,632 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BIG THUNDER 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 BIG THUNDER 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 28NE?
28NE is the ICAO identifier for BIG THUNDER, a public-use airport located in CLARKSON, Nebraska, United States.
How many runways does BIG THUNDER have?
BIG THUNDER (28NE) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 28NE?
The field elevation of BIG THUNDER is 1,740 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 28NE?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIG THUNDER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 28NE?
The current flight category at BIG THUNDER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 28NE?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BIG THUNDER.
How do I access complete data for 28NE?
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Where is BIG THUNDER located?
BIG THUNDER (28NE) is located in CLARKSON, Nebraska, United States, at an elevation of 1,740 ft MSL.