1
Runway
2
Frequencies
2
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
K1A5
FAA
1A5
Elevation
2,020 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL,A1+
Coordinates
35.223, -83.419
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,020 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL,A1+
Traffic Pattern
780 ft MSL
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.2226, -83.4190
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR K1A5 132015Z AUTO 24005KT 10SM SCT060 24/09 A2997 RMK AO2 T02370089
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
240° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.7°C
Dewpoint
8.9°C
Altimeter
1015.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Observed 2026-05-13 20:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 5,002 ft | 100 ft | ASPH-G | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | 118.225 | AWOS 3 |
| UNIC | 123.05 | CTAF/UNICOM |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for K1A5.
IFR Procedures
1 Runway, 1 Approaches
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K1A5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Macon County Airport (K1A5) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in Franklin, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.2226°N, 83.4190°W.
Runways
Macon County Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 5,002 feet by 100 feet with a asph-g surface.
Communications & Operations
Macon County Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. ATIS is available on 118.225 MHz. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
Macon County Airport offers 100LL,A1+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Instrument Procedures
Macon County Airport has 2 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach. 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at Macon County Airport is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K1A5?
K1A5 is the ICAO identifier for Macon County Airport, a public-use airport located in Franklin, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does Macon County Airport have?
Macon County Airport (K1A5) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of K1A5?
The field elevation of Macon County Airport is 2,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at K1A5?
Yes, Macon County Airport offers 100LL,A1+ fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at K1A5?
The current flight category at Macon County Airport is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at K1A5?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for Macon County Airport.
How do I access complete data for K1A5?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for Macon County Airport.
Where is Macon County Airport located?
Macon County Airport (K1A5) is located in Franklin, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 2,020 ft MSL.