1
Runway
4
Frequencies
4
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KN79
FAA
N79
Elevation
881 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
4
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
40.837, -76.552
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
881 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Coordinates
40.8369, -76.5525
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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88 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 08 / 26 | 3,297 ft | 75 ft | ASP | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A/D | 118.25 | HARRISBURG APP/DEP | - | - | - |
| ATIS | 119.175 | AWOS 3 | - | - | - |
| RDO | 110.4 | WILLIAMSPORT RDO | - | - | - |
| UNIC | XXX.XXX | CTAF/UNICOM | - | - | - |
IFR Procedures
2 Runway, 2 Approaches
Nearby airports & facilities
N79
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY
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88PN
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88PN
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3PS5
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3PS5
Shamokin Hospital Heliport
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2PS5
ROSINI RESIDENCE
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2PS5
ROSINI RESIDENCE
SHAMOKIN — 3 nm
PN56
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CATAWISSA — 5 nm
PN56
MACIEJEWSKI FARM
CATAWISSA — 5 nm
8PA0
NUMIDIA
NUMIDIA — 7 nm
Nearest airports
- N79 — NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY
SHAMOKIN
- 8PN5 — HELFRICK
ELYSBURG
- 8PN5 — Helfrick Heliport
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- 88PN — COAL TOWNSHIP
SHAMOKIN
- 88PN — COAL TOWNSHIP
SHAMOKIN
Pennsylvania airports
KN79 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Northumberland County Airport (KN79) is a airport located in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 881 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 40.8369°N, 76.5525°W.
Runways
Northumberland County Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (08/26) measures 3,297 feet by 75 feet with a asp surface.
Communications & Operations
Northumberland County Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. ATIS is available on 119.175 MHz. A total of 4 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Instrument Procedures
Northumberland County Airport has 4 published instrument flight procedures, including 2 approaches. 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
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Northumberland County Airport, 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 KN79?
KN79 is the ICAO identifier for Northumberland County Airport, a public-use airport located in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, United States.
How many runways does Northumberland County Airport have?
Northumberland County Airport (KN79) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KN79?
The field elevation of Northumberland County Airport is 881 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KN79?
No fuel types are currently listed for Northumberland County Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at KN79?
The longest runway at Northumberland County Airport is 3,297 feet long.
How do I access complete data for KN79?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for Northumberland County Airport.
Where is Northumberland County Airport located?
Northumberland County Airport (KN79) is located in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, United States, at an elevation of 881 ft MSL.
Does KN79 have weather cameras?
KN79 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.