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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NK87
Elevation
590 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
43.067, -78.600
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
590 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CLEVELAND
Coordinates
43.0667, -78.5997
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KBUF 220254Z 08006KT 10SM FEW140 BKN270 11/M01 A3034 RMK AO2 SLP275 T01111006 51010 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
80° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
11.1°C
Dewpoint
-0.6°C
Altimeter
1027.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KBUF (11 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 02:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
54 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E/W | 2,400 ft | 40 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NK87.
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NK87 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MERKLE (NK87) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in CLARENCE CENTER, New York, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 590 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 43.0667°N, 78.5997°W.
Runways
MERKLE has 1 runway. The longest runway (E/W) measures 2,400 feet by 40 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
MERKLE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MERKLE, 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 MERKLE 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 NK87?
NK87 is the ICAO identifier for MERKLE, a public-use airport located in CLARENCE CENTER, New York, United States.
How many runways does MERKLE have?
MERKLE (NK87) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NK87?
The field elevation of MERKLE is 590 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NK87?
No fuel types are currently listed for MERKLE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NK87?
The current flight category at MERKLE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NK87?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MERKLE.
How do I access complete data for NK87?
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Where is MERKLE located?
MERKLE (NK87) is located in CLARENCE CENTER, New York, United States, at an elevation of 590 ft MSL.
Does NK87 have weather cameras?
NK87 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.