1
Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56NC
Elevation
960 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.207, -82.032
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
960 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.2067, -82.0319
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFQD 131815Z AUTO 18009KT 10SM CLR 23/09 A2996 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
180° at 9 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23°C
Dewpoint
9°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KFQD (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 1,500 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56NC.
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56NC Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WHEAT FLD (56NC) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in TRYON, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 960 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.2067°N, 82.0319°W.
Runways
WHEAT FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 1,500 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
WHEAT FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at WHEAT 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 56NC?
56NC is the ICAO identifier for WHEAT FLD, a public-use airport located in TRYON, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does WHEAT FLD have?
WHEAT FLD (56NC) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56NC?
The field elevation of WHEAT FLD is 960 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56NC?
No fuel types are currently listed for WHEAT FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56NC?
The current flight category at WHEAT FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56NC?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for WHEAT FLD.
How do I access complete data for 56NC?
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Where is WHEAT FLD located?
WHEAT FLD (56NC) is located in TRYON, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 960 ft MSL.