1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC04
Elevation
2,988 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.199, -81.651
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
2,988 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.1993, -81.6515
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGEV 131715Z AUTO 26012G16KT 10SM SCT046 SCT060 BKN065 19/07 A3002 RMK AO2 T01940072
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
260° at 12 kt G16
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
19.4°C
Dewpoint
7.2°C
Altimeter
1016.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KGEV (20 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:15Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at NC04. Showing nearest cameras.
Highlands
North · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
82 NM away
Smith Reynolds Airport
SouthEast · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
86 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC04.
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NC04 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER (NC04) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in BOONE, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,988 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.1993°N, 81.6515°W.
Helipads
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near WATAUGA 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 WATAUGA 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 NC04?
NC04 is the ICAO identifier for WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER, a public-use airport located in BOONE, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER have?
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER (NC04) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC04?
The field elevation of WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER is 2,988 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC04?
No fuel types are currently listed for WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC04?
The current flight category at WATAUGA 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 NC04?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER.
How do I access complete data for NC04?
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Where is WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER located?
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER (NC04) is located in BOONE, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 2,988 ft MSL.
Does NC04 have weather cameras?
NC04 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.