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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
AL55
Elevation
95 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
30.442, -87.464
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
95 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
30.4419, -87.4639
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KJKA 131755Z VRB05G12KT 10SM FEW038 28/19 A2998
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
VRB° at 5 kt G12
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
28°C
Dewpoint
19°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KJKA (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Dauphin Island
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
40 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 2,175 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for AL55.
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AL55 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SHIELDS (AL55) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in ELBERTA, Alabama, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 95 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.4419°N, 87.4639°W.
Runways
SHIELDS has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,175 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SHIELDS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SHIELDS, 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 SHIELDS 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 AL55?
AL55 is the ICAO identifier for SHIELDS, a public-use airport located in ELBERTA, Alabama, United States.
How many runways does SHIELDS have?
SHIELDS (AL55) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of AL55?
The field elevation of SHIELDS is 95 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at AL55?
No fuel types are currently listed for SHIELDS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at AL55?
The current flight category at SHIELDS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at AL55?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SHIELDS.
How do I access complete data for AL55?
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Where is SHIELDS located?
SHIELDS (AL55) is located in ELBERTA, Alabama, United States, at an elevation of 95 ft MSL.
Does AL55 have weather cameras?
AL55 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.