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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
49NC
Elevation
985 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.159, -81.158
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
985 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.1588, -81.1576
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KUKF 220855Z AUTO 00000KT 7SM RA OVC004 15/14 A3021 RMK AO2 P0001
Flight Category
LIFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
7 SM
Temperature
15°C
Dewpoint
14°C
Altimeter
1023.10 inHg
Weather
RA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KUKF (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 08:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 49NC. Showing nearest cameras.
Smith Reynolds Airport
SouthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
56 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 49NC.
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49NC Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER (49NC) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 985 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.1588°N, 81.1576°W.
Helipads
WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER, 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 WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER is LIFR (Low IFR — very low visibility and/or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 49NC?
49NC is the ICAO identifier for WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER, a public-use airport located in NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER have?
WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER (49NC) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 49NC?
The field elevation of WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER is 985 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 49NC?
No fuel types are currently listed for WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 49NC?
The current flight category at WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER is LIFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 49NC?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER.
How do I access complete data for 49NC?
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Where is WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER located?
WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER (49NC) is located in NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 985 ft MSL.
Does 49NC have weather cameras?
49NC does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.