1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
NC50
Elevation
2,860 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.460, -81.361
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,860 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.4601, -81.3615
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 NC50. 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
Smith Reynolds Airport
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
71 NM away
Highlands
North · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
87 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 10 / 28 | 1,460 ft | 20 ft | ASPH | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- VFR, PVT USE; COORD WITH ASHE CO ARPT AUTH.
- FOR CD CTC ATLANTA ARTCC AT 770-210-7692.
Nearby airports & facilities
NC50
Skyland Airport
Jefferson — <1 nm
KGEV
ASHE COUNTY
JEFFERSON — 3 nm
3NC7
MAXWELL
SPARTA — 11 nm
3NC7
MAXWELL
SPARTA — 11 nm
NC35
MOUSE AND SNAKE RANCH
NORTH WILKESBORO — 12 nm
NC35
Mouse and Snake Ranch Airport
North Wilkesboro — 12 nm
40NC
Heavenly Flights Heliport
Boone — 19 nm
KUKF
WILKES COUNTY
NORTH WILKESBORO — 19 nm
49NC
Wilkes Regional Medical Center Heliport
North Wilkesboro — 21 nm
49NC
WILKES RGNL MEDICAL CENTER
NORTH WILKESBORO — 21 nm
NC14
Boone Inc Airport
Boone — 21 nm
NC14
BOONE INC
BOONE — 21 nm
Nearest airports
- NC50 — Skyland Airport
Jefferson
- KGEV — ASHE COUNTY
JEFFERSON
- 3NC7 — MAXWELL
SPARTA
- 3NC7 — MAXWELL
SPARTA
- NC35 — MOUSE AND SNAKE RANCH
NORTH WILKESBORO
North Carolina airports
NC50 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SKYLAND (NC50) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in JEFFERSON, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,860 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.4601°N, 81.3615°W.
Runways
SKYLAND has 1 runway. The longest runway (10/28) measures 1,460 feet by 20 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
SKYLAND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SKYLAND, 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 NC50?
NC50 is the FAA location identifier for SKYLAND, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in JEFFERSON, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does SKYLAND have?
SKYLAND (NC50) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC50?
The field elevation of SKYLAND is 2,860 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 NC50?
No fuel types are currently listed for SKYLAND. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at NC50?
The longest runway at SKYLAND is 1,460 feet long.
How do I access complete data for NC50?
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Where is SKYLAND located?
SKYLAND (NC50) is located in JEFFERSON, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 2,860 ft MSL.
Does NC50 have weather cameras?
NC50 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.