1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
8U2
Elevation
4,856 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
48.080, -113.245
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
4,856 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
SALT LAKE CITY
Coordinates
48.0796, -113.2450
Ownership
Public
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 8U2. 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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North · Camera 1 · 3 cameras total
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North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 07 / 25 | 3,200 ft | 60 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | SCHAFER /USFS/ | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- EST PRIOR TO 1959.
- LOW AREA NORTH SIDE OF RWY APROX 1100' FROM APP END RWY 25-USE CAUTION.
- WATCH FOR HORSES OR BIG GAME ANIMALS ON RY.
- TAKE OFF AND LAND RY 25 CONDITIONS PERMITTING.
- TREES AND TERRAIN IN TRANS SURFACE BOTH SIDES OF RY FULL LENGTH.
- PRIMARY PURPOSE OF A/S IS A TRAILHEAD FOR WILDERNESS AREAS.
- FOR CD CTC SALT LAKE ARTCC AT 801-320-2568.
- SUMMER PHONE 406-758-5376.
- RWY 07 FIRST 800 FT UNMARKED EXC THR.
- RUNWAY CONE WIDTH MAY VARY. FIRST 2400 FT MARKED WITH WHITE CONES 200 FT APART.
- FIRST 400 FT OF RY 25 IS UNEVEN-BOUNCY-ROUGH.
Nearby airports & facilities
K8U2
Schafer USFS Airport
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8U4
Spotted Bear USFS Airport
Hungry Horse — 14 nm
8U4
SPOTTED BEAR /USFS/
SPOTTED BEAR — 14 nm
0S1
MEADOW CREEK USFS
MEADOW CREEK — 15 nm
K0S1
MEADOW CREEK USFS
MEADOW CREEK — 15 nm
65MT
KOOTENAI HLZ
BIGFORK — 30 nm
65MT
Kootenai Helicopter Landing Zone
Bigfork — 30 nm
2MT4
River Bend Ranch Heliport
Ferndale — 30 nm
53U
FERNDALE AIRFIELD
BIGFORK — 30 nm
53U
FERNDALE AIRFIELD
BIGFORK — 30 nm
8S0
STARR-BROWNING AIRSTRIP
BROWNING — 32 nm
K8S0
Starr Browning Airstrip
Browning — 32 nm
Nearest airports
- K8U2 — Schafer USFS Airport
Hungry Horse
- 8U4 — Spotted Bear USFS Airport
Hungry Horse
- 8U4 — SPOTTED BEAR /USFS/
SPOTTED BEAR
- 0S1 — MEADOW CREEK USFS
MEADOW CREEK
- K0S1 — MEADOW CREEK USFS
MEADOW CREEK
Montana airports
8U2 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SCHAFER /USFS/ (8U2) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in SCHAFER, Montana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 4,856 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 48.0796°N, 113.2450°W.
Runways
SCHAFER /USFS/ has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 3,200 feet by 60 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SCHAFER /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 SCHAFER /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 8U2?
8U2 is the FAA location identifier for SCHAFER /USFS/, a public-use airport, located in SCHAFER, Montana, United States.
How many runways does SCHAFER /USFS/ have?
SCHAFER /USFS/ (8U2) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8U2?
The field elevation of SCHAFER /USFS/ is 4,856 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 8U2?
No fuel types are currently listed for SCHAFER /USFS/. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 8U2?
The longest runway at SCHAFER /USFS/ is 3,200 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 8U2?
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Where is SCHAFER /USFS/ located?
SCHAFER /USFS/ (8U2) is located in SCHAFER, Montana, United States, at an elevation of 4,856 ft MSL.
Does 8U2 have weather cameras?
8U2 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.