1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NK61
Elevation
351 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.826, -73.874
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
351 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
42.8260, -73.8741
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KALB 131851Z 14006KT 10SM FEW024 OVC075 14/11 A2983 RMK AO2 RAB10E46 SLP102 P0000 T01390106
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
140° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
13.9°C
Dewpoint
10.6°C
Altimeter
1010.20 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KALB (6 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:51Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Bennington
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
38 NM away
Rutland
SouthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
70 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 167 ft | 93 ft | CONC | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NK61.
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NK61 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER (NK61) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in SCHENECTADY, New York, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 351 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.8260°N, 73.8741°W.
Helipads
GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 167 feet by 93 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D 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 GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D 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 GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D 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 NK61?
NK61 is the ICAO identifier for GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER, a public-use airport located in SCHENECTADY, New York, United States.
How many runways does GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER have?
GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER (NK61) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NK61?
The field elevation of GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER is 351 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NK61?
No fuel types are currently listed for GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NK61?
The current flight category at GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NK61?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER.
How do I access complete data for NK61?
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Where is GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER located?
GENERAL ELECTRIC R&D CENTER (NK61) is located in SCHENECTADY, New York, United States, at an elevation of 351 ft MSL.
Does NK61 have weather cameras?
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