1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
MI71
Elevation
772 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
43.644, -86.453
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
772 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
43.6445, -86.4529
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLDM 131815Z AUTO 34015G21KT 10SM OVC017 06/03 A2998 RMK AO2
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
340° at 15 kt G21
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
6°C
Dewpoint
3°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KLDM (19 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 2,660 ft | 400 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | SILVER LAKE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for MI71.
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MI71 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SILVER LAKE (MI71) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MEARS, Michigan, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 772 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 43.6445°N, 86.4529°W.
Runways
SILVER LAKE has 1 runway. The longest runway (08/26) measures 2,660 feet by 400 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SILVER LAKE 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 SILVER LAKE is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MI71?
MI71 is the ICAO identifier for SILVER LAKE, a public-use airport located in MEARS, Michigan, United States.
How many runways does SILVER LAKE have?
SILVER LAKE (MI71) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of MI71?
The field elevation of SILVER LAKE is 772 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at MI71?
No fuel types are currently listed for SILVER LAKE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at MI71?
The current flight category at SILVER LAKE is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at MI71?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SILVER LAKE.
How do I access complete data for MI71?
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Where is SILVER LAKE located?
SILVER LAKE (MI71) is located in MEARS, Michigan, United States, at an elevation of 772 ft MSL.