1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
NC06
Elevation
3,468 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.160, -81.897
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
3,468 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.975 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.1604, -81.8968
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).
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 12 / 30 | 4,600 ft | 75 ft | ASPH | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.975 | ELK RIVER | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- VFR ONLY.
- PVMNT COND: GOOD.
- APCHS NON STD. 1ST 500' RWY 30 ON 5% GRADE; USE RWY 12 WIND COND PERMITTING.
- ARPT IS EXTENDED PORTION OF PRIVATE RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMPLEX.
- TUNNEL UNDERPASS EXTENDS FROM EXISTING ACFT PKG APRON ON N SIDE UNDERNEATH RWY 12/30 TO S SIDE GIVING ACESS TO GOLF COURSE.
- 23,000 SQ FT HGR AREA.
- FOR CD CTC ATLANTA ARTCC AT 770-210-7692.
- CAUTION: MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN ALL QUADRANTS.
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NC06
Elk River Airport
Banner Elk — <1 nm
1NC7
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98NC
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Linville — 3 nm
98NC
LINVILLE RIDGE
LINVILLE — 3 nm
7NC8
DIAMOND CREEK #2
BANNER ELK — 4 nm
7NC8
Diamond Creek #2 Heliport
Banner Elk — 4 nm
NR22
HEADWATERS AT BANNER ELK CLUBHOUSE
BANNER ELK — 4 nm
NR22
Headwaters at Banner Elk Clubhouse Heliport
Banner Elk — 4 nm
NC07
Charles A. Cannon, Jr Memorial Hospital Heliport
Banner Elk — 6 nm
NC07
CHARLES A CANNON, JR MEML HOSPITAL
BANNER ELK — 6 nm
NC04
Watauga County Hospital Heliport
Boone — 12 nm
NC04
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER
BOONE — 12 nm
Nearest airports
- NC06 — Elk River Airport
Banner Elk
- 1NC7 — DIAMOND CREEK #1
BANNER ELK
- 98NC — Linville Ridge Heliport
Linville
- 98NC — LINVILLE RIDGE
LINVILLE
- 7NC8 — DIAMOND CREEK #2
BANNER ELK
North Carolina airports
NC06 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
ELK RIVER (NC06) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BANNER ELK, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,468 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.1604°N, 81.8968°W.
Runways
ELK RIVER has 1 runway. The longest runway (12/30) measures 4,600 feet by 75 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
ELK RIVER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NC06?
NC06 is the FAA location identifier for ELK RIVER, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in BANNER ELK, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does ELK RIVER have?
ELK RIVER (NC06) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC06?
The field elevation of ELK RIVER is 3,468 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 NC06?
No fuel types are currently listed for ELK RIVER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at NC06?
The longest runway at ELK RIVER is 4,600 feet long.
How do I access complete data for NC06?
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Where is ELK RIVER located?
ELK RIVER (NC06) is located in BANNER ELK, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 3,468 ft MSL.