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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
NC50
FAA
NC50
Elevation
2,860 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.460, -81.362
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,860 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
36.4601, -81.3615
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 10 / 28 | 1,460 ft | 20 ft | ASPH | - | - | - |
Nearby airports & facilities
NC50
SKYLAND
JEFFERSON — <1 nm
KGEV
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3NC7
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SPARTA — 11 nm
3NC7
MAXWELL
SPARTA — 11 nm
NC35
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NORTH WILKESBORO — 12 nm
NC35
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40NC
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KUKF
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NORTH WILKESBORO — 21 nm
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Boone — 21 nm
NC14
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BOONE — 21 nm
Nearest airports
- NC50 — SKYLAND
JEFFERSON
- KGEV — ASHE COUNTY
JEFFERSON
- 3NC7 — MAXWELL
SPARTA
- 3NC7 — MAXWELL
SPARTA
- NC35 — MOUSE AND SNAKE RANCH
NORTH WILKESBORO
North Carolina airports
NC50 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Skyland Airport (NC50) is a airport located in Jefferson, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,860 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.4601°N, 81.3615°W.
Runways
Skyland Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (10/28) measures 1,460 feet by 20 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
Skyland Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Skyland Airport, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NC50?
NC50 is the FAA location identifier for Skyland Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in Jefferson, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does Skyland Airport have?
Skyland Airport (NC50) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC50?
The field elevation of Skyland Airport is 2,860 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at NC50?
No fuel types are currently listed for Skyland Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at NC50?
The longest runway at Skyland Airport is 1,460 feet long.
How do I access complete data for NC50?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for Skyland Airport.
Where is Skyland Airport located?
Skyland Airport (NC50) is located in Jefferson, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 2,860 ft MSL.
Does NC50 have weather cameras?
NC50 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.