1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
8U9
Elevation
3,840 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
46.419, -111.577
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
3,840 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
SALT LAKE CITY
Coordinates
46.4188, -111.5772
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Townsend Airport
NorthWest · Camera 3 · 3 cameras total
8 NM away
Helena Airport
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
27 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 16 / 34 | 3,200 ft | 75 ft | GRAVEL | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | CANYON FERRY | - | CTAF | - |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | CANYON FERRY | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- NO SNOW REMOVAL.
- FOR CD CTC HELENA APCH AT 406-449-5756/5761, WHEN APCH CLSD CTC SALT LAKE ARTCC AT 801-320-2568.
- 16/34 MARKED WITH WHITE CONES SPACED 200 FT APART. RY 34 DSPLCD THR MARKED WITH RED CONES.
- APCH SLOPE 50:1 FM DSPLCD THR.
- RWY 16/34 LOOSE ROCK AND GRVL UP TO 3 IN. SOFT WHEN WET.
Nearby airports & facilities
8U9
Canyon Ferry Airport
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K8U8
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8U8
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8MT4
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Townsend — 8 nm
8MT4
ELK MEADOWS RANCH
TOWNSEND — 8 nm
MT24
Clover Crest Airpark
Townsend — 12 nm
MT24
CLOVER CREST AIRPARK
TOWNSEND — 12 nm
MT63
Dog Leg Airport
East Helena — 13 nm
MT63
DOG LEG
EAST HELENA — 13 nm
MT46
M4 STRIP
EAST HELENA — 15 nm
MT46
M4 Strip
East Helena — 15 nm
MT35
ST PETERS HEALTH
HELENA — 20 nm
Nearest airports
- 8U9 — Canyon Ferry Airport
Townsend
- K8U8 — Townsend Airport
Townsend
- 8U8 — TOWNSEND
TOWNSEND
- 8MT4 — Elk Meadows Ranch Airport
Townsend
- 8MT4 — ELK MEADOWS RANCH
TOWNSEND
Montana airports
8U9 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CANYON FERRY (8U9) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in TOWNSEND, Montana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,840 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 46.4188°N, 111.5772°W.
Runways
CANYON FERRY has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 3,200 feet by 75 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
CANYON FERRY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near CANYON FERRY, 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 8U9?
8U9 is the ICAO identifier for CANYON FERRY, a public-use airport located in TOWNSEND, Montana, United States.
How many runways does CANYON FERRY have?
CANYON FERRY (8U9) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8U9?
The field elevation of CANYON FERRY is 3,840 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8U9?
No fuel types are currently listed for CANYON FERRY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 8U9?
The longest runway at CANYON FERRY is 3,200 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 8U9?
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Where is CANYON FERRY located?
CANYON FERRY (8U9) is located in TOWNSEND, Montana, United States, at an elevation of 3,840 ft MSL.
Does 8U9 have weather cameras?
8U9 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.