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05IAAIRPORT

SPOTTS FLD

NORA SPRINGS, Iowa

1,155 ft MSL

1

Runway

0

Frequencies

0

Procedures

Quick Facts

FAA

05IA

Elevation

1,155 ft MSL

Runways

1

Frequencies

0

Tower

No

Fuel

N/A

Coordinates

43.138, -93.068

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

1,155 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

None listed

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

MINNEAPOLIS

Coordinates

43.1379, -93.0683

Ownership

Private

Hours of Operation

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).

Nearby Weather Cameras

No camera at 05IA. Showing nearest cameras.

Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums

FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3

Weather camera at Fort Dodge Regional Airport facing SouthWest

Fort Dodge Regional Airport

SouthWest · Camera 1 · 2 cameras total

76 NM away

2 camera angles available

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Source: FAA FAA Weather Cameras

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
09/2709 / 272,450 ft65 ftTURF---

Airport Remarks

  • CONDITIONAL--PROVIDED THE APPROACH TO EACH RWY IS MAINTAINED FOR A MINIMUM 20:1 GLIDE SLOPE AND THE TRANSITIONAL SURFACE BE MAINTAINED FOR A 7:1 SLOPE.
  • FOR CD CTC MINNEAPOLIS ARTCC AT 651-463-5588.
  • RWY - FAIR TO GOOD. CALL BFR LDG AS FRZG, THAWING, HVY RAIN CAN CHG CONDS. SOFT FLD, SHRT FLD TKOF AND LDG EXPERIENCE IS BENEFICIAL.

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05IA Operational Overview

Location & Facility

SPOTTS FLD (05IA) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in NORA SPRINGS, Iowa, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,155 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 43.1379°N, 93.0683°W.

Runways

SPOTTS FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,450 feet by 65 feet with a turf surface.

Communications & Operations

SPOTTS FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.

Weather Cameras

1 FAA Weather Camera is available near SPOTTS FLD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 05IA?

05IA is the FAA location identifier for SPOTTS FLD, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in NORA SPRINGS, Iowa, United States.

How many runways does SPOTTS FLD have?

SPOTTS FLD (05IA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of 05IA?

The field elevation of SPOTTS FLD is 1,155 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.

Is fuel available at 05IA?

No fuel types are currently listed for SPOTTS FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.

What is the longest runway at 05IA?

The longest runway at SPOTTS FLD is 2,450 feet long.

How do I access complete data for 05IA?

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Where is SPOTTS FLD located?

SPOTTS FLD (05IA) is located in NORA SPRINGS, Iowa, United States, at an elevation of 1,155 ft MSL.

Does 05IA have weather cameras?

05IA does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:05 AM UTC