Mohawk Valley Radio Control Modelers Inc - Frankfort Highland Airport — RC Flying Field Weather
Live conditions for this AMA model airfield in Frankfort, NY, decoded from the nearest reporting station KVGC, 20.1 nm away — wind, gusts, visibility, and an RC flyability read before you drive to the field.
The site is an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), where eligible members can fly without Remote ID broadcast equipment. 12 other AMA fields sit within 50 miles.
Great flying weather
Light air suits every model, including park flyers, light foamies, and micro indoor-style aircraft outdoors.
Based on KVGC, 20.1 nm away — measured at the airport, not the field.
⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions — assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules.
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Extended forecast
The next 3days from the National Weather Service forecast for this field's location — conditions, temperature, wind, and rain chance.
| Day | Conditions | Hi / Lo °F | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed | Showers And Thunderstorms | 69° / 59° | N 8 kt | 91% |
| Thu | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 74° / 58° | N 7 kt | 62% |
| Fri | Mostly Sunny | 78° / 59° | NW 6 kt | 13% |
Forecast from the US National Weather Service for this field's location. Temperatures in °F. Not for operational use.
Field information
As published by the club via the AMA Club Finder.
- Address
- 120 McIntyre Rd, Frankfort, NY, 13340
- Activities permitted
- 3-D, Control Line, Ducted Fan, Electric, Fixed Wing, Fuel/Gas, Giant Scale, Helicopters, Jets, Park Flyers, Pattern, Radio Control, Cars
- Field features
- Asphalt Runways, Grass runways, Grass Pit Area, Covered Shelter, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Handicap Accessible, Privately Owned, Safety Fences, Setup Tables, Spectator Area, Spectators Welcome, Startup Stands, Windsock Poles, Windsocks, Workbenches
- Club website
- www.mvfirebirds.com ↗
Full-scale airports within 30 nm
Know your neighbors: model aircraft must give way to full-scale traffic at all times.
These airports operate around Mohawk Valley Radio Control Modelers Inc - Frankfort Highland Airport. Stay at or below your field's agreed altitude, keep a spotter when traffic is around, and follow FAA sUAS rules and AMA safety programming.
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No weather station at this airport — showing the nearest station KVGC, 20.1 nm away.
Wind calm, visibility 3 statute miles, no cloud data, temperature 18°C (64°F), altimeter 29.66 inHg. Conditions are Marginal VFR (MVFR).
METAR KVGC 290155Z AUTO 00000KT 3SM BR CLR 18/ A2966 RMK AO2
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Field aerial
2600 ft across · north up
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Forecasts are for this field; live conditions come from KVGC, the nearest reporting station.
Field facts
From the FAA/AMA flying-fields publication, shown as published.
- AMA charter
- 4104
- AMA district
- District 2
- FRIA
- FAA-Recognized Identification Area
- City
- Frankfort
- State
- New York
- ZIP
- 13340
- Coordinates
- 43.0162, -75.1701
- Nearest weather station
- KVGC · 20.1 nm
- Nearest airport
- 6B4 · 0 nm
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Runway data
- Requires aerial-imagery review
The FAA fixed-site agreement altitude is an agreement value from the FAA/AMA publication — it is not an airspace clearance. Confirm current operating rules with the club and the AMA.
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⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions — assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules. Not for operational use. Always verify with official FAA-approved preflight weather sources before flight.
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