1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
1B5
Elevation
975 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.196, -71.751
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
975 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.8 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
44.1960, -71.7507
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
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 1B5. 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
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North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 2,300 ft | 150 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | FRANCONIA | - | CTAF | - |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | FRANCONIA | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- VFR OPNS ONLY.
- RWY SOFT IN SPRING.
- FOR ARPT CONDS CALL 603-823-5034.
- AVOID FLYING OVR RESL AREA AT DER 18 DURG BOTH TKOF AND LDG; AVOID LOW ALT AND/OR HIGH PWR SETTINGS IN THIS AREA.
- WILDLIFE ON & INVOF ARPT.
- IN CASE OF EMERG CTC NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE POLICE 800-525-5555.
- GLDR OPNS INVOF ARPT.
- FOR CD CTC BOSTON ARTCC AT 603-879-6859.
- 4 FT TALL FENCE 92 FT FM RWY 36 L TO R OF CNTRLN.
- RENTAL BICYCLES AVBL AT FRANCONIA INN.
- TKOFS & LDGS NOT ADZD FM DUSK TO 0900 FOR VOLUNTARY NOISE BATEMENT.
- ALSO ATNDD ON WKDAY HOLS. CTC AMGR FOR NON-HOL WKDAY ATNDNC.
- FRANCONIASOARING@GMAIL.COM.
- FST 200 FT OF RWY 18 ROUGH.
- L PAT FOR GLDRS.
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Nearest airports
- 1B5 — FRANCONIA
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- 25NH — PRESBY FLD
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New Hampshire airports
1B5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FRANCONIA (1B5) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in FRANCONIA, New Hampshire, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 975 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.1960°N, 71.7507°W.
Runways
FRANCONIA has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,300 feet by 150 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
FRANCONIA 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 FRANCONIA, 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 1B5?
1B5 is the FAA location identifier for FRANCONIA, a public-use airport, located in FRANCONIA, New Hampshire, United States.
How many runways does FRANCONIA have?
FRANCONIA (1B5) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 1B5?
The field elevation of FRANCONIA is 975 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 1B5?
No fuel types are currently listed for FRANCONIA. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 1B5?
The longest runway at FRANCONIA is 2,300 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 1B5?
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Where is FRANCONIA located?
FRANCONIA (1B5) is located in FRANCONIA, New Hampshire, United States, at an elevation of 975 ft MSL.
Does 1B5 have weather cameras?
1B5 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.