1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
53NE
Elevation
1,090 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.081, -96.403
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,090 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
41.0814, -96.4033
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KAHQ 272155Z AUTO 14012KT 10SM OVC015 25/21 A2980 RMK AO2 T02450214
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
140° at 12 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24.5°C
Dewpoint
21.4°C
Altimeter
1009.20 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KAHQ (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 21:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 2,000 ft | 60 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 53NE.
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53NE Operational Overview
Location & Facility
STARNS BROTHERS (53NE) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in ASHLAND, Nebraska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,090 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.0814°N, 96.4033°W.
Runways
STARNS BROTHERS has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 2,000 feet by 60 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
STARNS BROTHERS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at STARNS BROTHERS is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 53NE?
53NE is the ICAO identifier for STARNS BROTHERS, a public-use airport located in ASHLAND, Nebraska, United States.
How many runways does STARNS BROTHERS have?
STARNS BROTHERS (53NE) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 53NE?
The field elevation of STARNS BROTHERS is 1,090 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 53NE?
No fuel types are currently listed for STARNS BROTHERS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 53NE?
The current flight category at STARNS BROTHERS is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 53NE?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for STARNS BROTHERS.
How do I access complete data for 53NE?
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Where is STARNS BROTHERS located?
STARNS BROTHERS (53NE) is located in ASHLAND, Nebraska, United States, at an elevation of 1,090 ft MSL.