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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56ME
Elevation
748 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
46.627, -67.844
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
748 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
46.6267, -67.8443
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KPQI 131556Z AUTO 24005KT 10SM CLR 12/M04 A3000 RMK AO2 SLP188 T01221044 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
240° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.2°C
Dewpoint
-4.4°C
Altimeter
1016.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KPQI (13 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 15:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 56ME. Showing nearest cameras.
Caribou Municipal Airport
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
18 NM away
Houlton International Airport
West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
30 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 2,200 ft | 200 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56ME.
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56ME Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RUSSELL FLD (56ME) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in EASTON, Maine, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 748 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 46.6267°N, 67.8443°W.
Runways
RUSSELL FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 2,200 feet by 200 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
RUSSELL FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near RUSSELL FLD, 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 RUSSELL FLD 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 56ME?
56ME is the ICAO identifier for RUSSELL FLD, a public-use airport located in EASTON, Maine, United States.
How many runways does RUSSELL FLD have?
RUSSELL FLD (56ME) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56ME?
The field elevation of RUSSELL FLD is 748 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56ME?
No fuel types are currently listed for RUSSELL FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56ME?
The current flight category at RUSSELL FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56ME?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for RUSSELL FLD.
How do I access complete data for 56ME?
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Where is RUSSELL FLD located?
RUSSELL FLD (56ME) is located in EASTON, Maine, United States, at an elevation of 748 ft MSL.
Does 56ME have weather cameras?
56ME does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.