1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
78U
Elevation
735 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
46.365, -117.062
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
735 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
SEATTLE
Coordinates
46.3646, -117.0620
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLWS 220256Z AUTO 14003KT 10SM CLR 21/M02 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP151 T02061017 58007
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
140° at 3 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
20.6°C
Dewpoint
-1.7°C
Altimeter
1015.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KLWS (3 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 02:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lewiston Hill
SouthEast · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
6 NM away
Cottonwood
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
40 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/S | 3,000 ft | 150 ft | WATER | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | SNAKE RIVER |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 78U.
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78U Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SNAKE RIVER (78U) is a publicly owned seaplane base open to the public located in LEWISTON, Idaho, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 735 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 46.3646°N, 117.0620°W.
Runways
SNAKE RIVER has 1 runway. The longest runway (N/S) measures 3,000 feet by 150 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
SNAKE RIVER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SNAKE RIVER, 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 SNAKE RIVER 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 78U?
78U is the ICAO identifier for SNAKE RIVER, a public-use airport located in LEWISTON, Idaho, United States.
How many runways does SNAKE RIVER have?
SNAKE RIVER (78U) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 78U?
The field elevation of SNAKE RIVER is 735 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 78U?
No fuel types are currently listed for SNAKE RIVER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 78U?
The current flight category at SNAKE RIVER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 78U?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SNAKE RIVER.
How do I access complete data for 78U?
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Where is SNAKE RIVER located?
SNAKE RIVER (78U) is located in LEWISTON, Idaho, United States, at an elevation of 735 ft MSL.
Does 78U have weather cameras?
78U does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.