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Runway
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Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
48X
Elevation
27 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL
Coordinates
27.643, -82.520
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
27 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
27.6426, -82.5199
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Peter O Knight Airport
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17 NM away
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South · Camera 1
25 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 07 / 25 | 3,120 ft | 100 ft | TURF | LOW | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | MANATEE | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- PRVDD VFR; ALL TFC PATTERNS ARE ESTABLISHED ON SOUTH SIDE OF RY & RY CENTERLINE EXTENDED; ARPT OPERATOR ESTABLISHES/MAINTAINS SEGMENTED CIRCLE; WINDSOCK MAINTAINED; AND ARPT MEETS REQUIREMENTS OF STATE FOR PUBLIC USE.
- BIRDS, WILDLIFE AND DEER ON AND INVOF ARPT.
- RWY 07/25 FIRST 500 FT EAST END SOFT AFTER HEAVY SEASONAL RAINS.
- ARPT CLSD TO TURBINE HOPS INCLG HOVER AND PRACTICE MANUEVERS AT NE FIELD ADJ TO RWY 7/25 EXC BELL JET RANGERS, EMERG. CALL IN ADVN 941-722-9296.
- FOR CD CTC TAMPA APCH AT 813-878-2528
- LIRL RWY 7/25 AVBL BY PHONE REQUEST 941-722-9296.
- CALL AMGR FOR AFTER HRS SVC AND CHECK RY CONDITIONS 941-722-9296.
- AIRPORT PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 14108 U.S. HIGHWAY 41 NORTH; FAX: 941-721-9067
- CONTACT PERSON: TOM REEDER: 941-527-9714
- FUEL AVBL DAILY SR-SS.
- RWY 07 & 25 THLDS MKD BY 3 GREEN LGTS AND 1 BUCKET ON EACH SIDE OF RWY.
- RWY 07 AND 25 EDGES MARKED BY PAILS ON EACH SIDE OF RWY.
- ACFT HNGRS 135 FT L OF CNTRLN FIRST HALF OF RWY 07. ACFT PARKED 135 FT R OF CNTRLN FIRST 1/3 OF RWY 25.
Nearby airports & facilities
48X
MANATEE
PALMETTO — <1 nm
6FD7
Thomson Airfield
Ellenton — 6 nm
5FD3
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD
PALMETTO — 7 nm
5FD3
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad
Palmetto — 7 nm
1FD1
MC1
ELLENTON — 7 nm
1FD1
MC1
ELLENTON — 7 nm
FL45
MANATEE MEML HOSPITAL
BRADENTON — 9 nm
FL45
MANATEE MEML HOSPITAL
BRADENTON — 9 nm
73FA
SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL
SUN CITY CENTER — 9 nm
73FA
SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL
SUN CITY CENTER — 9 nm
KSPG
ALBERT WHITTED
ST PETERSBURG — 9 nm
2FD3
BAYFRONT HEALTH - ST PETERSBURG
ST PETERSBURG — 10 nm
Nearest airports
- 48X — MANATEE
PALMETTO
- 6FD7 — Thomson Airfield
Ellenton
- 5FD3 — MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HELIPAD
PALMETTO
- 5FD3 — Manatee County Sheriff's Office Helipad
Palmetto
- 1FD1 — MC1
ELLENTON
Florida airports
48X Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MANATEE (48X) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in PALMETTO, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 27 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 27.6426°N, 82.5199°W.
Runways
MANATEE has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 3,120 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
MANATEE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
MANATEE offers 100LL fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MANATEE, 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 48X?
48X is the ICAO identifier for MANATEE, a public-use airport located in PALMETTO, Florida, United States.
How many runways does MANATEE have?
MANATEE (48X) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 48X?
The field elevation of MANATEE is 27 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 48X?
Yes, MANATEE offers 100LL fuel.
What is the longest runway at 48X?
The longest runway at MANATEE is 3,120 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 48X?
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Where is MANATEE located?
MANATEE (48X) is located in PALMETTO, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 27 ft MSL.
Does 48X have weather cameras?
48X does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.