Elk River Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 57m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Elk River Airport
Elk River Airport is a small airport in Banner Elk, United States. It sits at an elevation of 3,468 ft (1,057 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,600 ft / 1,402 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Boone Inc Airport (NC14), about 12.6 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 4,600 ft / 1,402 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.975 MHz |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broyhill Wind Turbine | — | 3,550 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Elk River Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Elk River Airport located?
Elk River Airport is small airport located in Banner Elk, United States, at an elevation of 3,468 ft (1,057 m).
How many runways does Elk River Airport have?
Elk River Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,600 ft / 1,402 m.
What time zone is Elk River Airport in?
Elk River Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Elk River Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Elk River Airport is approximately 7.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Elk River Airport?
The nearest airport to Elk River Airport is Boone Inc Airport (NC14), about 12.6 nm to the e, followed by Avery County Morrison Field and Johnson County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Elk River Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.