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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
97IA
Elevation
1,275 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.256, -95.477
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,275 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
41.2558, -95.4767
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRDK 131635Z AUTO 32010KT 10SM CLR 23/02 A3018 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
320° at 10 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23°C
Dewpoint
2°C
Altimeter
1022.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KRDK (20 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,000 ft | 75 ft | TURF | LOW |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 97IA.
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97IA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
VOLKENS FLD (97IA) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in CARSON, Iowa, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,275 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.2558°N, 95.4767°W.
Runways
VOLKENS FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,000 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
VOLKENS FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at VOLKENS FLD 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 97IA?
97IA is the ICAO identifier for VOLKENS FLD, a public-use airport located in CARSON, Iowa, United States.
How many runways does VOLKENS FLD have?
VOLKENS FLD (97IA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 97IA?
The field elevation of VOLKENS FLD is 1,275 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 97IA?
No fuel types are currently listed for VOLKENS FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 97IA?
The current flight category at VOLKENS FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 97IA?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for VOLKENS FLD.
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Where is VOLKENS FLD located?
VOLKENS FLD (97IA) is located in CARSON, Iowa, United States, at an elevation of 1,275 ft MSL.