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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56FL
Elevation
246 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
30.876, -87.208
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
246 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
30.8762, -87.2081
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KNSE 091756Z VRB04KT 10SM FEW025 BKN200 29/22 A3014 RMK AO2 SLP191 T02890222 10294 20233 58004
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
VRB° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28.9°C
Dewpoint
22.2°C
Altimeter
1020.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KNSE (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 17:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 56FL. Showing nearest cameras.
Crestview
West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
41 NM away
Destin
SouthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
53 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 2,900 ft | 200 ft | TURF | NSTD |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56FL.
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56FL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BUCHANAN (56FL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in JAY, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 246 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.8762°N, 87.2081°W.
Runways
BUCHANAN has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 2,900 feet by 200 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BUCHANAN is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BUCHANAN, 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 BUCHANAN 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 56FL?
56FL is the ICAO identifier for BUCHANAN, a public-use airport located in JAY, Florida, United States.
How many runways does BUCHANAN have?
BUCHANAN (56FL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56FL?
The field elevation of BUCHANAN is 246 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56FL?
No fuel types are currently listed for BUCHANAN. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56FL?
The current flight category at BUCHANAN is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56FL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BUCHANAN.
How do I access complete data for 56FL?
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Where is BUCHANAN located?
BUCHANAN (56FL) is located in JAY, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 246 ft MSL.
Does 56FL have weather cameras?
56FL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.