1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
87CD
Elevation
5,440 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.990, -104.761
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
5,440 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
DENVER
Coordinates
37.9900, -104.7611
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 87CD. 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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NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
24 NM away
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NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
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12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 03 / 21 | 1,600 ft | 40 ft | GRVL | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- FOR CD CTC PUEBLO APCH AT 303-342-1916, WHEN APCH CLSD CTC DENVER ARTCC AT 303-651-4257.
- PVT ARPT PPR - AMGR.
Nearby airports & facilities
87CD
The Flying Z Airport
Pueblo — <1 nm
CO49
Greenhorn Strip
Colorado City — 4 nm
CO49
GREENHORN STRIP
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31CD
Diamond Star Ranch Airport
Colorado City — 7 nm
31CD
DIAMOND STAR RANCH
COLORADO CITY — 7 nm
95CO
MANN RANCH
RYE — 8 nm
95CO
MANN RANCH
RYE — 8 nm
99CO
ROCK CREEK
PUEBLO — 9 nm
99CO
ROCK CREEK
PUEBLO — 9 nm
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SIMONSON FLD
PUEBLO — 10 nm
80CO
SIMONSON FLD
PUEBLO — 10 nm
CD48
CUCHARA RANCH
WALSENBURG — 15 nm
Nearest airports
- 87CD — The Flying Z Airport
Pueblo
- CO49 — Greenhorn Strip
Colorado City
- CO49 — GREENHORN STRIP
COLORADO CITY
- 31CD — Diamond Star Ranch Airport
Colorado City
- 31CD — DIAMOND STAR RANCH
COLORADO CITY
Colorado airports
87CD Operational Overview
Location & Facility
THE FLYING Z (87CD) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in PUEBLO, Colorado, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 5,440 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.9900°N, 104.7611°W.
Runways
THE FLYING Z has 1 runway. The longest runway (03/21) measures 1,600 feet by 40 feet with a grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
THE FLYING Z is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near THE FLYING Z, 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 87CD?
87CD is the FAA location identifier for THE FLYING Z, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in PUEBLO, Colorado, United States.
How many runways does THE FLYING Z have?
THE FLYING Z (87CD) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 87CD?
The field elevation of THE FLYING Z is 5,440 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 87CD?
No fuel types are currently listed for THE FLYING Z. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 87CD?
The longest runway at THE FLYING Z is 1,600 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 87CD?
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Where is THE FLYING Z located?
THE FLYING Z (87CD) is located in PUEBLO, Colorado, United States, at an elevation of 5,440 ft MSL.
Does 87CD have weather cameras?
87CD does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.