1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
61KS
Elevation
1,190 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.908, -96.437
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,190 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
KANSAS CITY
Coordinates
37.9085, -96.4375
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR K13K 220535Z AUTO 00000KT 7SM OVC016 16/16 A2998 RMK AO2 T01640163
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
7 SM
Temperature
16.4°C
Dewpoint
16.3°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from K13K (9 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 05:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 2,665 ft | 40 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | WEST BRANCH |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 61KS.
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61KS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WEST BRANCH (61KS) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in EUREKA, Kansas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,190 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.9085°N, 96.4375°W.
Runways
WEST BRANCH has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 2,665 feet by 40 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
WEST BRANCH is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near WEST BRANCH, 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 WEST BRANCH 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 61KS?
61KS is the ICAO identifier for WEST BRANCH, a public-use airport located in EUREKA, Kansas, United States.
How many runways does WEST BRANCH have?
WEST BRANCH (61KS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 61KS?
The field elevation of WEST BRANCH is 1,190 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 61KS?
No fuel types are currently listed for WEST BRANCH. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 61KS?
The current flight category at WEST BRANCH is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 61KS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for WEST BRANCH.
How do I access complete data for 61KS?
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Where is WEST BRANCH located?
WEST BRANCH (61KS) is located in EUREKA, Kansas, United States, at an elevation of 1,190 ft MSL.
Does 61KS have weather cameras?
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