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KUKFAIRPORT

WILKES COUNTY

NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina

VFRUpdated 24 min ago1,303.4 ft MSL

1

Runway

6

Frequencies

0

Procedures

0

NOTAMs

Quick Facts

ICAO

KUKF

FAA

UKF

Elevation

1,303.4 ft MSL

Runways

1

Frequencies

6

Tower

No

Fuel

100LL,A1+

Coordinates

36.224, -81.099

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

1,303.4 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

100LL,A1+

ARTCC

ATLANTA

Coordinates

36.2236, -81.0986

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

DAWN-DUSK

Current Weather

METAR KUKF 131855Z AUTO 22003KT 10SM OVC060 22/08 A2997 RMK AO2

Flight Category

VFR

Wind

220° at 3 kt

Visibility

10+ SM

Temperature

22°C

Dewpoint

8°C

Altimeter

1015.00 inHg

Cloud Cover

OVC

Observed 2026-05-13 18:55Z

Nearby Weather Cameras

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Runways

IDLengthWidthSurfaceLights
01/196,201 ft100 ftASPHMED

Frequencies

CTAF (1)HICKORY RCAG (2)UKF AWOS-3 (1)UNICOM (1)WILKESBORO RCO (1)
TypeFrequencyName
CTAF122.7WILKES COUNTY
HICKORY RCAG125.15HICKORY
HICKORY RCAG263.0HICKORY
UKF AWOS-3XXX.XXX-
UNICOMXXX.XXXWILKES COUNTY
WILKESBORO RCOXXX.XXXWILKESBORO

Active NOTAMs

No active NOTAMs for KUKF.

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KUKF Operational Overview

Location & Facility

WILKES COUNTY (KUKF) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,303.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.2236°N, 81.0986°W.

Runways

WILKES COUNTY has 1 runway. The longest runway (01/19) measures 6,201 feet by 100 feet with a asph surface.

Communications & Operations

WILKES COUNTY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

WILKES COUNTY offers 100LL,A1+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Weather Cameras

1 FAA Weather Camera is available near WILKES COUNTY, 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.

Current Conditions

The current flight category at WILKES COUNTY 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 KUKF?

KUKF is the ICAO identifier for WILKES COUNTY, a public-use airport located in NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina, United States.

How many runways does WILKES COUNTY have?

WILKES COUNTY (KUKF) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KUKF?

The field elevation of WILKES COUNTY is 1,303.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL).

Is fuel available at KUKF?

Yes, WILKES COUNTY offers 100LL,A1+ fuel.

What are the current weather conditions at KUKF?

The current flight category at WILKES COUNTY is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.

Are there active NOTAMs at KUKF?

There are currently no active NOTAMs for WILKES COUNTY.

How do I access complete data for KUKF?

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Where is WILKES COUNTY located?

WILKES COUNTY (KUKF) is located in NORTH WILKESBORO, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 1,303.4 ft MSL.

Does KUKF have weather cameras?

KUKF does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA faa-nasr· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated May 12, 03:40 PM UTC
Source: FAA noaa-awc-metar· Updated May 13, 06:55 PM UTC