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87YAIRPORT

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD

MADISON, Wisconsin

920 ft MSL

2

Runways

6

Frequencies

2

Procedures

Quick Facts

FAA

87Y

Elevation

920 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

6

Tower

No

Fuel

N/A

Coordinates

43.105, -89.185

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

920 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

None listed

ARTCC

CHICAGO

Coordinates

43.1047, -89.1854

Ownership

Private

Hours of Operation

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Nearby Weather Cameras

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Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
04/2204 / 222,814 ft57 ftASPH---
09/2709 / 272,150 ft56 ftASPHNSTD--

Frequencies

APCH (2)CTAF (1)LONE ROCK RCAG (2)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
APCH/P DEP/P120.1DANE COUNTY RGNL/TRUAX FLD-APCH/P DEP/P-
APCH/P DEP/P343.7DANE COUNTY RGNL/TRUAX FLD-APCH/P DEP/P-
CTAF122.7BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD-CTAF-
LONE ROCK RCAGXXX.XXXLONE ROCKAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY CHICAGO ARTCC ON FREQS 133.3/257.925 (LONE ROCK RCAG) WHEN MADISON APCH CTL CLSD.-LONE ROCK RCAG-
LONE ROCK RCAGXXX.XXXLONE ROCKAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY CHICAGO ARTCC ON FREQS 133.3/257.925 (LONE ROCK RCAG) WHEN MADISON APCH CTL CLSD.-LONE ROCK RCAG-
UNICOMXXX.XXXBLACKHAWK AIRFIELD-UNICOM-

Airport Remarks

  • RWY 09 AVOID OVERFLIGHT OF FARM 3/4 MI EAST.
  • DEER & TURKEYS ON & INVOF ARPT.
  • RWY ENDS OBSTD VISUALLY FM OTRS.
  • FOR CD CTC MADISON APP/DEP CON AT 608-249-8240. WHEN MADISON APCH CLSD, FOR CD CTC CHICAGO ARTCC AT 630-906-8921.
  • COLD TEMPERATURE AIRPORT. ALTITUDE CORRECTION REQUIRED AT OR BELOW -23C.
  • EMAIL ADDRESS: STRASS32@AMERITECH.NET (ALL LOWER CASE)
  • NSTD LIRL; RWY LGTS 2 FT TO 3 FT ABOVE RWY & NSTD SPACING. RWY 09/27 LGTD 1970 FT.
  • 35 FT TREE 45 FT FM THR, 50 FT R.
  • 40 FT TREES 180 FT FM THR, 100 FT L.
  • 45 FT TREES 160 FT FM THR, 25L.
  • MARKINGS FADED.
  • MARKINGS FADED.
  • MARKINGS FADED.
  • MARKINGS FADED.
  • APCH RATIO 10:1 TO DTHR. 48 FT TREES 470 FT FM DTHR, 25 FT L.
  • APCH RATIO 20:1 TO DTHR.
  • CRACKS WITH VEGETATION.

IFR Procedures

1 STARs, 1 Approaches

VOR-AVOR-A

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87Y Operational Overview

Location & Facility

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD (87Y) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in MADISON, Wisconsin, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 920 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 43.1047°N, 89.1854°W.

Runways

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD has 2 runways. The longest runway (04/22) measures 2,814 feet by 57 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 09/27 (2,150 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Instrument Procedures

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD has 2 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach. These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.

Weather Cameras

1 FAA Weather Camera is available near BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD, 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 87Y?

87Y is the ICAO identifier for BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD, a public-use airport located in MADISON, Wisconsin, United States.

How many runways does BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD have?

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD (87Y) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of 87Y?

The field elevation of BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD is 920 feet above mean sea level (MSL).

Is fuel available at 87Y?

No fuel types are currently listed for BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.

What is the longest runway at 87Y?

The longest runway at BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD is 2,814 feet long.

How do I access complete data for 87Y?

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Where is BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD located?

BLACKHAWK AIRFIELD (87Y) is located in MADISON, Wisconsin, United States, at an elevation of 920 ft MSL.

Does 87Y have weather cameras?

87Y does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA faa-nasr· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Jul 15, 05:48 PM UTC