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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
97FA
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
29.596, -81.643
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
29.5964, -81.6430
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR K28J 131435Z AUTO 32008KT 10SM FEW014 SCT020 BKN028 25/23 A2992 RMK AO2 TSNO
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
320° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25°C
Dewpoint
23°C
Altimeter
1013.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from K28J (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 14:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 4,000 ft | 200 ft | WATER | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 97FA.
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97FA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SAFAR (97FA) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in PALATKA, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 29.5964°N, 81.6430°W.
Runways
SAFAR has 1 runway. The longest runway (12/30) measures 4,000 feet by 200 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
SAFAR is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SAFAR 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 97FA?
97FA is the ICAO identifier for SAFAR, a public-use airport located in PALATKA, Florida, United States.
How many runways does SAFAR have?
SAFAR (97FA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 97FA?
The field elevation of SAFAR is 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 97FA?
No fuel types are currently listed for SAFAR. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 97FA?
The current flight category at SAFAR is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 97FA?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SAFAR.
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Where is SAFAR located?
SAFAR (97FA) is located in PALATKA, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 0 ft MSL.