1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
NK87
Elevation
590 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
43.067, -78.600
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
590 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
CLEVELAND
Coordinates
43.0667, -78.5997
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 NK87. 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
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E/W | E / W | 2,400 ft | 40 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- PROVIDED PLINE IS OBSTRUCTED MARKED.
- FOR CD CTC CLEVELAND ARTCC AT 440-774-0490.
Nearby airports & facilities
NK87
Merkle Airport
Clarence Center — <1 nm
NK19
Potoczak Airport
Clarence Center — 3 nm
NK19
POTOCZAK
CLARENCE CENTER — 3 nm
D51
Clarence Aerodrome
Buffalo — 4 nm
D51
CLARENCE AERODROME
BUFFALO — 4 nm
K0G0
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Lockport — 5 nm
9G3
AKRON/JESSON FLD
AKRON — 6 nm
K9G3
Akron Airport/Jesson Field
Akron — 6 nm
34NK
CHS LOCKPORT
LOCKPORT — 7 nm
34NK
CHS Lockport Heliport
Lockport — 7 nm
9G5
Royalton Airport
Gasport — 7 nm
9G5
ROYALTON
GASPORT — 7 nm
Nearest airports
- NK87 — Merkle Airport
Clarence Center
- NK19 — Potoczak Airport
Clarence Center
- NK19 — POTOCZAK
CLARENCE CENTER
- D51 — Clarence Aerodrome
Buffalo
- D51 — CLARENCE AERODROME
BUFFALO
New York airports
NK87 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MERKLE (NK87) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in CLARENCE CENTER, New York, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 590 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 43.0667°N, 78.5997°W.
Runways
MERKLE has 1 runway. The longest runway (E/W) measures 2,400 feet by 40 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
MERKLE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MERKLE, 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 NK87?
NK87 is the FAA location identifier for MERKLE, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in CLARENCE CENTER, New York, United States.
How many runways does MERKLE have?
MERKLE (NK87) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NK87?
The field elevation of MERKLE is 590 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 NK87?
No fuel types are currently listed for MERKLE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at NK87?
The longest runway at MERKLE is 2,400 feet long.
How do I access complete data for NK87?
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Where is MERKLE located?
MERKLE (NK87) is located in CLARENCE CENTER, New York, United States, at an elevation of 590 ft MSL.
Does NK87 have weather cameras?
NK87 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.