2
Runways
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
KY87
FAA
Y87
Elevation
944 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.791, -86.003
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
944 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
44.7914, -86.0032
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFKS 131935Z AUTO 33007KT 10SM SCT047 OVC060 07/03 A2998 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
7°C
Dewpoint
3°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KFKS (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 19:35Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 2,235 ft | 150 ft | TURF-F | - |
| 17/35 | 2,600 ft | 50 ft | ASPH-P | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | WILLIAM B BOLTON |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for KY87.
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KY87 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
William B Bolton Airport (KY87) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in Empire, Michigan, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 944 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.7914°N, 86.0032°W.
Runways
William B Bolton Airport has 2 runways. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,235 feet by 150 feet with a turf-f surface. Other runways include 17/35 (2,600 ft, ASPH-P).
Communications & Operations
William B Bolton Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at William B Bolton 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 KY87?
KY87 is the ICAO identifier for William B Bolton Airport, a public-use airport located in Empire, Michigan, United States.
How many runways does William B Bolton Airport have?
William B Bolton Airport (KY87) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KY87?
The field elevation of William B Bolton Airport is 944 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KY87?
No fuel types are currently listed for William B Bolton Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at KY87?
The current flight category at William B Bolton Airport is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at KY87?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for William B Bolton Airport.
How do I access complete data for KY87?
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Where is William B Bolton Airport located?
William B Bolton Airport (KY87) is located in Empire, Michigan, United States, at an elevation of 944 ft MSL.