1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC55
Elevation
640 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.103, -80.954
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
640 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
35.1028, -80.9539
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KCLT 131652Z 17006KT 10SM FEW045 FEW070 23/04 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP173 T02280039
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
170° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
22.8°C
Dewpoint
3.9°C
Altimeter
1016.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KCLT (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:52Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 400 ft | 200 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC55.
Nearby Airports in North Carolina
Nearest airports
- NR08 — ADAMS
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- 8NC — Adams Airport
Rowland
- null — Aerial Spraying Service Airport
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- NC21 — AERO PLANTATION
WEDDINGTON
- NC21 — Aero Plantation Airport
Weddington
North Carolina airports
NC55 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CAROWINDS (NC55) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in PINEVILLE, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 640 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.1028°N, 80.9539°W.
Helipads
CAROWINDS has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 400 feet by 200 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
CAROWINDS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at CAROWINDS 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 NC55?
NC55 is the ICAO identifier for CAROWINDS, a public-use airport located in PINEVILLE, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does CAROWINDS have?
CAROWINDS (NC55) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC55?
The field elevation of CAROWINDS is 640 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC55?
No fuel types are currently listed for CAROWINDS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC55?
The current flight category at CAROWINDS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NC55?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CAROWINDS.
How do I access complete data for NC55?
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Where is CAROWINDS located?
CAROWINDS (NC55) is located in PINEVILLE, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 640 ft MSL.