Airport Identifier:
U87Elevation:
7206Latitude:
43.9121389Longitude:
-114.7960556This is another of the Idaho Division of Aeronautics' well-maintained airstrips, complete with caretaker and 2 courtesy cars ($5 per day and 30-cents per mile). The airstrip campground provides tables, stoves, showers, potable water and flush toilets. Caretaker is Bruce Fuller. Phone (208) 774-2984 Food, lodging and supplies are available at a lodge 500 yards west of the airstrip. Caretaker Start/End Dates: May 22rd to Sep 16th
AIRPORT SPOTLIGHT (courtesy of Dan Conner the Idaho Division of Aeronautics)
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Airstrip Features:
Camping
Potable Water
Showers
Windsock
Segmented Circle
Classification:
Developed Classification
Airstrips have basic navigational aids and some additional services such as restrooms or camping facilities. May have road access to nearby attractions. Typically located in areas of high use, often in remote settings but maybe accessed by improved roads.
Primary Runway:
14Length:
4900Type:
Live Webcams:
Weather Report:
Stuck 'N Stay Emergency Accommodations
Member Name
Bruce McLean
[email protected]
Walking distance from Smiley Creek Airport (U87), 1/3 mile up Smiley Creek Road. 3bdr 2-bath house available (if not rented) for anyone stuck. Please text at 707-307-3436 (wifi avail at airport!). Walking distance to Smiley Creek Lodge for food, meals and supplies.
Member Name
Charles Schabacker
Member Name
Jim Mitchell
Airstrip Manager:Dan Conner |
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208-334-8893
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District:#4 Magic Valley |
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District Director:Kerry Requa |
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