1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
5B7
Elevation
440 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.692, -73.580
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
440 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.7 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
42.6916, -73.5800
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 5B7. 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
Bennington
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
23 NM away
Rutland
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
63 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 2,670 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | - | SW (Single Wheel) 8,000 lbs | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.7 | RENSSELAER COUNTY | - | CTAF | - |
| UNICOM | 122.7 | RENSSELAER COUNTY | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- VFR ONLY
- DEER & BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
- SRNDG TRRN SLOPES DOWN TO RWY; DUE TO HIGHER SRNDG TRRN RCMD USE OF THE FLWG PROCS: DEP RWY 36 - USE BEST ANGLE OF CLIMB SPEED UNTIL WELL CLEAR OF RESIDENTIAL AREA N OF RWY 36;
- ARRS RWY 18 - MNTN SUF ALT ON FINAL SO AS TO AVOID LOW ALT AND/OR HIGH POWER OVER RESIDENTIAL AREA WHICH UNDERLIES FINAL APCH TO RWY 18. DEPS RWY 18 & ARRS RWY 36 - USE NORMAL PROCS.
- TSNT ACFT CALL (518) 596-5947 FOR FIELD CONDS PRIOR TO ARR.
- FOR CD CTC ALBANY APCH AT 518-862-2299.
- RWY 18 FIRST 40 FT OVERGROWN WITH GRASS.
- 11FT TREE 153FT FM RWY END, 8FT L.
- 18 FT TREE 164 FM RWY END, 35 FT R; 8 FT TREE 102 FT FM RWY END, 19 FT L.
- MARKING NRS FADED.
- RWY 18 MARKINGS NOT VSB.
- CTLNG OBSTN EXCEEDS 45 DEG SLP.
- WIDESPREAD SVR CRACKING AND DISTORTION. SVR SPALLING AND FAULTING. WIDESPREAD VEGETATION.
Nearby airports & facilities
5B7
Rensselaer County Airport
Troy — <1 nm
NK13
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WYNANTSKILL — 3 nm
NK13
Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base
Wynantskill — 3 nm
1NK3
TROY ARMORY
TROY — 5 nm
1NK3
TROY ARMORY
TROY — 5 nm
NY82
ALEXANDER FARM
EAST SCHODACK — 7 nm
NY82
Alexander Farm Airport
East Schodack — 7 nm
NK64
Albany Medical Center Heliport
Albany — 9 nm
NK64
AMCH
ALBANY — 9 nm
NK33
NY STATE POLICE - TROOP T
ALBANY — 10 nm
NK33
Ny State Police - Troop T Heliport
Albany — 10 nm
KALB
ALBANY INTL
ALBANY — 10 nm
Nearest airports
- 5B7 — Rensselaer County Airport
Troy
- NK13 — SNYDER'S LAKE
WYNANTSKILL
- NK13 — Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base
Wynantskill
- 1NK3 — TROY ARMORY
TROY
- 1NK3 — TROY ARMORY
TROY
New York airports
5B7 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RENSSELAER COUNTY (5B7) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in TROY, New York, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 440 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.6916°N, 73.5800°W.
Runways
RENSSELAER COUNTY has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,670 feet by 50 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
RENSSELAER COUNTY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near RENSSELAER COUNTY, 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 5B7?
5B7 is the FAA location identifier for RENSSELAER COUNTY, a public-use airport, located in TROY, New York, United States.
How many runways does RENSSELAER COUNTY have?
RENSSELAER COUNTY (5B7) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5B7?
The field elevation of RENSSELAER COUNTY is 440 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 5B7?
No fuel types are currently listed for RENSSELAER COUNTY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 5B7?
The longest runway at RENSSELAER COUNTY is 2,670 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at 5B7 support?
The main runway at RENSSELAER COUNTY supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 8,000 lbs.
How do I access complete data for 5B7?
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Where is RENSSELAER COUNTY located?
RENSSELAER COUNTY (5B7) is located in TROY, New York, United States, at an elevation of 440 ft MSL.
Does 5B7 have weather cameras?
5B7 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.