1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
ME48
Elevation
600 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
47.265, -68.593
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
600 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
47.2649, -68.5933
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFVE 131653Z AUTO 25009G16KT 210V280 10SM CLR 13/M05 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP147 T01281050
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
250° at 9 kt G16
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.8°C
Dewpoint
-5°C
Altimeter
1014.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KFVE (17 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at ME48. Showing nearest cameras.
Northern Aroostook Reg Airport
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
17 NM away
Caribou Municipal Airport
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
42 NM away
11 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 60 ft | 60 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CARIBOU RCAG | 124.75 | CARIBOU |
| CARIBOU RCAG | 239.05 | CARIBOU |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for ME48.
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KLEW
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KAUG
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PORTAGE
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Portage
- KLEW — AUBURN/LEWISTON MUNI
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ME48 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER (ME48) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in FORT KENT, Maine, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 600 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 47.2649°N, 68.5933°W.
Helipads
NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 60 feet by 60 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER, 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 NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER 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 ME48?
ME48 is the ICAO identifier for NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER, a public-use airport located in FORT KENT, Maine, United States.
How many runways does NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER have?
NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER (ME48) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of ME48?
The field elevation of NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER is 600 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at ME48?
No fuel types are currently listed for NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at ME48?
The current flight category at NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at ME48?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER.
How do I access complete data for ME48?
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Where is NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER located?
NORTHERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER (ME48) is located in FORT KENT, Maine, United States, at an elevation of 600 ft MSL.
Does ME48 have weather cameras?
ME48 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.