Placid Lakes Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
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About Placid Lakes Airport
Placid Lakes Airport is a small airport in Lake Placid, United States. It sits at an elevation of 130 ft (40 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,800 ft / 1,463 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Flying H Airport (8FA8), about 1.4 nm to the ese.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 4,800 ft / 1,463 m | 50 ft | Asph-e | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE PLACID EAST INT NORM DAY HRS MON-FRI; OCC ON SAT & SUN & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 7000 ft MSL | FL180 |
| LAKE PLACID WEST INT NORM DAY HRS MON-FRI; OCC ON SAT & SUN & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 7000 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Placid Lakes Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Placid Lakes Airport located?
Placid Lakes Airport is small airport located in Lake Placid, United States, at an elevation of 130 ft (40 m).
How many runways does Placid Lakes Airport have?
Placid Lakes Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,800 ft / 1,463 m.
What time zone is Placid Lakes Airport in?
Placid Lakes Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Placid Lakes Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Placid Lakes Airport is approximately 6.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Placid Lakes Airport?
The nearest airport to Placid Lakes Airport is Flying H Airport (8FA8), about 1.4 nm to the ese, followed by Vince's Condominium Association Airport and Kings Port Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Placid Lakes Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.