1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
53NR
Elevation
2,150 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.647, -82.669
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,150 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.6475, -82.6690
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KAVL 061254Z 22006KT 10SM FEW120 17/10 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP126 T01670100
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
220° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
16.7°C
Dewpoint
10°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KAVL (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:54Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 602 ft | 75 ft | TURF | NSTD |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | BARKER PRIVATE STOL |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 53NR.
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53NR Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BARKER PRIVATE STOL (53NR) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,150 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.6475°N, 82.6690°W.
Runways
BARKER PRIVATE STOL has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 602 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BARKER PRIVATE STOL 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 BARKER PRIVATE STOL 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 53NR?
53NR is the ICAO identifier for BARKER PRIVATE STOL, a public-use airport located in ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does BARKER PRIVATE STOL have?
BARKER PRIVATE STOL (53NR) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 53NR?
The field elevation of BARKER PRIVATE STOL is 2,150 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 53NR?
No fuel types are currently listed for BARKER PRIVATE STOL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 53NR?
The current flight category at BARKER PRIVATE STOL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 53NR?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BARKER PRIVATE STOL.
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Where is BARKER PRIVATE STOL located?
BARKER PRIVATE STOL (53NR) is located in ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 2,150 ft MSL.