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8NE3AIRPORT

SMITH FLD

CHAMPION, Nebraska

3,380 ft MSL

1

Runway

0

Frequencies

0

Procedures

Quick Facts

FAA

8NE3

Elevation

3,380 ft MSL

Runways

1

Frequencies

0

Tower

No

Fuel

100

Coordinates

40.482, -101.813

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

3,380 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

100

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

DENVER

Coordinates

40.4819, -101.8130

Ownership

Private

Hours of Operation

ALL

Current Weather

— — —Updated

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 8NE3. 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

Weather camera at Holyoke Municipal Airport facing East

Holyoke Municipal Airport

East · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

29 NM away

4 camera angles available

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Source: FAA FAA Weather Cameras

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
NW/SENW / SE3,300 ft60 ftGRAVEL---

Airport Remarks

  • PRVDD APCH TO EACH RWY MAINTD FOR MINIMUM 20:1 APCH RATIO AND TRSNL SFC MAINTD FOR 7:1.
  • FOR CD CTC DENVER ARTCC AT 303-651-4257.

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8NE3 Operational Overview

Location & Facility

SMITH FLD (8NE3) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in CHAMPION, Nebraska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,380 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 40.4819°N, 101.8130°W.

Runways

SMITH FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (NW/SE) measures 3,300 feet by 60 feet with a gravel surface.

Communications & Operations

SMITH FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.

Services & Fuel

SMITH FLD offers 100 fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Weather Cameras

1 FAA Weather Camera is available near SMITH FLD, 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 8NE3?

8NE3 is the FAA location identifier for SMITH FLD, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in CHAMPION, Nebraska, United States.

How many runways does SMITH FLD have?

SMITH FLD (8NE3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of 8NE3?

The field elevation of SMITH FLD is 3,380 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 8NE3?

Yes, SMITH FLD offers 100 fuel.

What is the longest runway at 8NE3?

The longest runway at SMITH FLD is 3,300 feet long.

How do I access complete data for 8NE3?

Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for SMITH FLD.

Where is SMITH FLD located?

SMITH FLD (8NE3) is located in CHAMPION, Nebraska, United States, at an elevation of 3,380 ft MSL.

Does 8NE3 have weather cameras?

8NE3 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 NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:09 AM UTC