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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56NK
Elevation
1,026 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.901, -78.866
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
1,026 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CLEVELAND
Coordinates
42.9011, -78.8665
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KBUF 131554Z 21018G26KT 10SM BKN024 OVC040 16/11 A2967 RMK AO2 PK WND 20030/1529 SLP048 T01610111
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
210° at 18 kt G26
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
16.1°C
Dewpoint
11.1°C
Altimeter
1004.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KBUF (8 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 15:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Billy Bishop Toronto City
SouthEast · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
54 NM away
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South · Camera 1 · 2 cameras total
67 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 45 ft | 45 ft | MATS | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56NK.
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AIRHAVEN
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AIRHAVEN
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56NK Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL (56NK) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in BUFFALO, New York, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,026 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.9011°N, 78.8665°W.
Helipads
BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 45 feet by 45 feet with a mats surface.
Communications & Operations
BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL, 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 BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL 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 56NK?
56NK is the ICAO identifier for BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in BUFFALO, New York, United States.
How many runways does BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL have?
BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL (56NK) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56NK?
The field elevation of BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL is 1,026 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56NK?
No fuel types are currently listed for BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56NK?
The current flight category at BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56NK?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for 56NK?
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Where is BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL located?
BUFFALO GENERAL HOSPITAL (56NK) is located in BUFFALO, New York, United States, at an elevation of 1,026 ft MSL.
Does 56NK have weather cameras?
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