1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NV65
Elevation
3,314 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.620, -116.032
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
3,314 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
LOS ANGELES
Coordinates
36.6199, -116.0323
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KDRA 131453Z AUTO 13012G22KT 10SM CLR 27/M07 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP089 T02721067 50007
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
130° at 12 kt G22
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
27.2°C
Dewpoint
-6.7°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KDRA (0 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 14:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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NorthEast · Camera 2 · 3 cameras total
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 7,515 ft | 100 ft | CONC | MED |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | DESERT ROCK |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | DESERT ROCK |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NV65.
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NV65 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DESERT ROCK (NV65) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MERCURY, Nevada, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,314 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.6199°N, 116.0323°W.
Runways
DESERT ROCK has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 7,515 feet by 100 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
DESERT ROCK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near DESERT ROCK, 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 DESERT ROCK 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 NV65?
NV65 is the ICAO identifier for DESERT ROCK, a public-use airport located in MERCURY, Nevada, United States.
How many runways does DESERT ROCK have?
DESERT ROCK (NV65) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NV65?
The field elevation of DESERT ROCK is 3,314 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NV65?
No fuel types are currently listed for DESERT ROCK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NV65?
The current flight category at DESERT ROCK is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NV65?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DESERT ROCK.
How do I access complete data for NV65?
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Where is DESERT ROCK located?
DESERT ROCK (NV65) is located in MERCURY, Nevada, United States, at an elevation of 3,314 ft MSL.
Does NV65 have weather cameras?
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