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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5AL5
Elevation
505 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
34.692, -87.651
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
505 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MEMPHIS
Coordinates
34.6921, -87.6512
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
SPECI KMSL 061227Z AUTO 30005KT 4SM -TSRA BR FEW017 BKN022 OVC090 19/18 A2989 RMK AO2 PK WND 31036/1205 WSHFT 1153 LTG DSNT NE AND E AND SW RAB1158 TSB02 P0048 T01940178 $
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
300° at 5 kt
Visibility
4 SM
Temperature
19.4°C
Dewpoint
17.8°C
Altimeter
1012.30 inHg
Weather
-TSRA BR
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KMSL (4 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:27Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 5AL5. Showing nearest cameras.
Intermodal
SouthWest · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
54 NM away
Jasper
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
55 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 3,000 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | LOW |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5AL5.
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5AL5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIG RIVER AIRPARK (5AL5) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MUSCLE SHOALS, Alabama, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 505 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 34.6921°N, 87.6512°W.
Runways
BIG RIVER AIRPARK has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 3,000 feet by 50 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
BIG RIVER AIRPARK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BIG RIVER AIRPARK, 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 BIG RIVER AIRPARK 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 5AL5?
5AL5 is the ICAO identifier for BIG RIVER AIRPARK, a public-use airport located in MUSCLE SHOALS, Alabama, United States.
How many runways does BIG RIVER AIRPARK have?
BIG RIVER AIRPARK (5AL5) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5AL5?
The field elevation of BIG RIVER AIRPARK is 505 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5AL5?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIG RIVER AIRPARK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5AL5?
The current flight category at BIG RIVER AIRPARK is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5AL5?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BIG RIVER AIRPARK.
How do I access complete data for 5AL5?
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Where is BIG RIVER AIRPARK located?
BIG RIVER AIRPARK (5AL5) is located in MUSCLE SHOALS, Alabama, United States, at an elevation of 505 ft MSL.
Does 5AL5 have weather cameras?
5AL5 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.