2
Runways
3
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
ME5
Elevation
100 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
3
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.165, -68.428
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
100 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
44.1654, -68.4282
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 ME5. 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
Hancock County/Bar Harbor Airport
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
17 NM away
Blue Hill
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
18 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN / PCR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 10 / 28 | 1,500 ft | 30 ft | GRAVEL | - | - | - |
| H1 | H1 / - | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 284.65 | BANGOR INTL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P IC | 133.6 | BANGOR INTL | - | APCH/P DEP/P IC | - |
| CTAF | 122.9 | BANKS | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- SEE ASP CASE 99-ANE-8016-NRA.
- ALL OPS RSTRD TO DALGT VFR ONLY.
- PRIOR TO USING ARPT CALL 207-460-1113.
- ROCK DRAINAGE SWALE ACRS 600 FT FM RWY 28 THR, APRX 40 FT WIDE AT CNTRLN.
- RWY 10/28 +6 FT ROCK LEDGE 50 FT FM CNTRLN, SOUTHSIDE OF ARPT.
- RWY 10: +20 FT TREES 50 FT R OF CNTRLN, 430 FT FM THR.
- WILDLIFE ON & INVOF ARPT.
- HELI COORDS 44 09 54.80N 68 25 48.80W; HELI ELEV 86 FT.
- FOR CD CTC BANGOR APCH AT 207-561-2500 EXTN 1.
- COM TWR 500 FT AGL, 1 MI SE OF RWY.
- INGRESS & EGRESS TO HELIPAD BTN 130 & 320 DEGS MAG.
- DTHR 300 FT; LDA 1200 FT.
- APCH SLP GTR THAN 45 DEG.
- RWY 10/28 SFC ROUGH WITH LRG STONES, STEEP GRADS & NO LN OF SIGHT BTN ENDS.
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Stonington — 11 nm
22ME
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BAR HARBOR — 16 nm
22ME
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BAR HARBOR — 16 nm
ME15
BLUE HILL MEML HOSPITAL
BLUE HILL — 16 nm
ME07
ACADIAN
BAR HARBOR — 17 nm
ME07
ACADIAN
BAR HARBOR — 17 nm
Nearest airports
- ME5 — Banks Airport
Swans Island
- ME77 — CRANBERRY ISLES
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- ME77 — Cranberry Isles Heliport
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- 99ME — ISLE AU HAUT
ISLE AU HAUT
- 99ME — Isle Au Haut Heliport
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Maine airports
ME5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BANKS (ME5) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in SWANS ISLAND, Maine, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 100 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.1654°N, 68.4282°W.
Runways
BANKS has 2 runways. The longest runway (10/28) measures 1,500 feet by 30 feet with a gravel surface. Other runways include H1 (40 ft, CONC).
Communications & Operations
BANKS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 3 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BANKS, 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 ME5?
ME5 is the FAA location identifier for BANKS, a public-use airport, located in SWANS ISLAND, Maine, United States.
How many runways does BANKS have?
BANKS (ME5) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of ME5?
The field elevation of BANKS is 100 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 ME5?
No fuel types are currently listed for BANKS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at ME5?
The longest runway at BANKS is 1,500 feet long.
How do I access complete data for ME5?
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Where is BANKS located?
BANKS (ME5) is located in SWANS ISLAND, Maine, United States, at an elevation of 100 ft MSL.
Does ME5 have weather cameras?
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