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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
85U
Elevation
4,190 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
45.100, -114.801
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
4,190 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
SALT LAKE CITY
Coordinates
45.0999, -114.8009
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 85U. Showing nearest cameras.
Johnson Creek
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
43 NM away
West Fork Airstrip
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
57 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 07 / 25 | 1,650 ft | 15 ft | DIRT | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | SOLDIER BAR USFS | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- STEEP CANYON WALLS IN ALL DRCTNS.
- ARPT ON BENCH 500 FT ABOVE BIG CREEK ON S SIDE.
- CABIN CREEK ARPT APPROX 7 MILES WEST UP BIG CREEK CANYON.
- WEST 1/3 OF RY HAS 4 DEG SLOPE DOWN TO THE NORTH.
- GO-AROUNDS NOT RECOMMENDED.
- NO TELEPHONE AVBL AT ARPT.
- FOR CD CTC SALT LAKE ARTCC AT 801-320-2568.
- RWY 7/25 HAS TWO BIG HUMPS ARND THE MID-FLD & TO THE W OF IT.
- SHARP DOG LEG ON WEST 1/3 OF RY TO THE NORTH. LAND RY 25; TKOF RY 07.
Nearby airports & facilities
85U
SOLDIER BAR USFS
SOLDIER BAR — <1 nm
09ID
Taylor Ranch Landing Area Airport
Moscow — 2 nm
09ID
TAYLOR RANCH LANDING AREA
MOSCOW — 2 nm
I08
CABIN CREEK USFS
BIG CREEK RANGER STATION — 6 nm
I08
CABIN CREEK USFS
BIG CREEK RANGER STATION — 6 nm
U54
BERNARD USFS
BERNARD — 8 nm
U54
BERNARD USFS
BERNARD — 8 nm
12ID
FLYING B RANCH LANDING STRIP
SALMON — 8 nm
12ID
FLYING B RANCH LANDING STRIP
SALMON — 8 nm
4D2
HOODOO MEADOWS
SALMON — 11 nm
4D2
HOODOO MEADOWS
SALMON — 11 nm
U81
COLD MEADOWS USFS
COLD MEADOWS GUARD STATION — 13 nm
Nearest airports
- 85U — SOLDIER BAR USFS
SOLDIER BAR
- 09ID — Taylor Ranch Landing Area Airport
Moscow
- 09ID — TAYLOR RANCH LANDING AREA
MOSCOW
- I08 — CABIN CREEK USFS
BIG CREEK RANGER STATION
- I08 — CABIN CREEK USFS
BIG CREEK RANGER STATION
Idaho airports
85U Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SOLDIER BAR USFS (85U) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in SOLDIER BAR, Idaho, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 4,190 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 45.0999°N, 114.8009°W.
Runways
SOLDIER BAR USFS has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 1,650 feet by 15 feet with a dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
SOLDIER BAR USFS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SOLDIER BAR USFS, 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 85U?
85U is the ICAO identifier for SOLDIER BAR USFS, a public-use airport located in SOLDIER BAR, Idaho, United States.
How many runways does SOLDIER BAR USFS have?
SOLDIER BAR USFS (85U) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 85U?
The field elevation of SOLDIER BAR USFS is 4,190 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 85U?
No fuel types are currently listed for SOLDIER BAR USFS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 85U?
The longest runway at SOLDIER BAR USFS is 1,650 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 85U?
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Where is SOLDIER BAR USFS located?
SOLDIER BAR USFS (85U) is located in SOLDIER BAR, Idaho, United States, at an elevation of 4,190 ft MSL.
Does 85U have weather cameras?
85U does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.