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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5NC3
Elevation
581 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.299, -80.458
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
581 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.2994, -80.4578
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KJQF 092150Z 30004KT 10SM SCT120 26/22 A3019
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
300° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
26°C
Dewpoint
22°C
Altimeter
1022.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KJQF (16 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 21:50Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Smith Reynolds Airport
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52 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 2,000 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5NC3.
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NR08
ADAMS
ROWLAND — 137 ft
8NC
Adams Airport
Rowland — 143 ft
Aerial Spraying Service Airport
Albertson — 141 ft
NC21
AERO PLANTATION
WEDDINGTON — 634 ft
NC21
Aero Plantation Airport
Weddington — 634 ft
W88
AIR HARBOR
GREENSBORO — 822 ft
W88
Air Harbor Airport
Greensboro — 822 ft
KOAJ
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JACKSONVILLE — 92.9 ft
Nearest airports
- NR08 — ADAMS
ROWLAND
- 8NC — Adams Airport
Rowland
- null — Aerial Spraying Service Airport
Albertson
- NC21 — AERO PLANTATION
WEDDINGTON
- NC21 — Aero Plantation Airport
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North Carolina airports
5NC3 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
REED MINE (5NC3) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in LOCUST, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 581 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.2994°N, 80.4578°W.
Runways
REED MINE has 1 runway. The longest runway (03/21) measures 2,000 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
REED MINE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near REED MINE, 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 REED MINE 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 5NC3?
5NC3 is the ICAO identifier for REED MINE, a public-use airport located in LOCUST, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does REED MINE have?
REED MINE (5NC3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5NC3?
The field elevation of REED MINE is 581 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5NC3?
No fuel types are currently listed for REED MINE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5NC3?
The current flight category at REED MINE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5NC3?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for REED MINE.
How do I access complete data for 5NC3?
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Where is REED MINE located?
REED MINE (5NC3) is located in LOCUST, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 581 ft MSL.
Does 5NC3 have weather cameras?
5NC3 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.