1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC06
Elevation
3,468 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.160, -81.897
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
3,468 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.1604, -81.8968
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR K0A9 131815Z AUTO 22011G20KT 10SM SCT048 SCT060 BKN090 23/10 A2994 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
220° at 11 kt G20
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23°C
Dewpoint
10°C
Altimeter
1014.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from K0A9 (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 4,600 ft | 75 ft | ASPH | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.975 | ELK RIVER |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC06.
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Nearest airports
- NR08 — ADAMS
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North Carolina airports
NC06 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
ELK RIVER (NC06) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BANNER ELK, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,468 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.1604°N, 81.8968°W.
Runways
ELK RIVER has 1 runway. The longest runway (12/30) measures 4,600 feet by 75 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
ELK RIVER 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 ELK RIVER 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 NC06?
NC06 is the ICAO identifier for ELK RIVER, a public-use airport located in BANNER ELK, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does ELK RIVER have?
ELK RIVER (NC06) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC06?
The field elevation of ELK RIVER is 3,468 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC06?
No fuel types are currently listed for ELK RIVER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC06?
The current flight category at ELK RIVER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NC06?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for ELK RIVER.
How do I access complete data for NC06?
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Where is ELK RIVER located?
ELK RIVER (NC06) is located in BANNER ELK, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 3,468 ft MSL.