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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
NC52
FAA
NC52
Elevation
1,020 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.729, -81.729
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,020 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
35.7285, -81.7290
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at NC52. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
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
Bermuda Run VWOS
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
79 NM away
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN / PCR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 09 / 27 | 3,600 ft | 200 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Nearby airports & facilities
NC52
SILVER CREEK
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Nearest airports
- NC52 — SILVER CREEK
MORGANTON
- 3NC0 — CLYDE VALLEY
MORGANTON
- 3NC0 — Clyde Valley Airport
Morganton
- 92NC — Grace Hospital Heliport
Morganton
- 92NC — CAROLINAS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM BLUE RIDGE
MORGANTON
North Carolina airports
NC52 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Silver Creek Airport (NC52) is a airport located in Morganton, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.7285°N, 81.7290°W.
Runways
Silver Creek Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 3,600 feet by 200 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
Silver Creek Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near Silver Creek 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 NC52?
NC52 is the FAA location identifier for Silver Creek Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in Morganton, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does Silver Creek Airport have?
Silver Creek Airport (NC52) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC52?
The field elevation of Silver Creek Airport is 1,020 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 NC52?
No fuel types are currently listed for Silver Creek Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at NC52?
The longest runway at Silver Creek Airport is 3,600 feet long.
How do I access complete data for NC52?
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Where is Silver Creek Airport located?
Silver Creek Airport (NC52) is located in Morganton, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 1,020 ft MSL.
Does NC52 have weather cameras?
NC52 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.