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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
36MN
Elevation
980 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.583, -92.944
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
980 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
44.5831, -92.9439
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLVN 061235Z AUTO 31006KT 10SM BKN055 04/M03 A3001 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
310° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
4°C
Dewpoint
-3°C
Altimeter
1016.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KLVN (17 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 36MN. Showing nearest cameras.
Faribault
South · Camera 1
27 NM away
Caledonia
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
104 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,500 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 36MN.
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36MN Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BACKSTROM (36MN) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in NEW TRIER, Minnesota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 980 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.5831°N, 92.9439°W.
Runways
BACKSTROM has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,500 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BACKSTROM is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BACKSTROM, 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 BACKSTROM 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 36MN?
36MN is the ICAO identifier for BACKSTROM, a public-use airport located in NEW TRIER, Minnesota, United States.
How many runways does BACKSTROM have?
BACKSTROM (36MN) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 36MN?
The field elevation of BACKSTROM is 980 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 36MN?
No fuel types are currently listed for BACKSTROM. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 36MN?
The current flight category at BACKSTROM is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 36MN?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BACKSTROM.
How do I access complete data for 36MN?
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Where is BACKSTROM located?
BACKSTROM (36MN) is located in NEW TRIER, Minnesota, United States, at an elevation of 980 ft MSL.
Does 36MN have weather cameras?
36MN does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.