SCHAFER /USFS/ (8U2)
Schafer, Montana · Flathead County · 15 miles SE of city
Airport information
FAA identifier8U2
Elevation4856 ft MSL
Latitude48.07961° N
Longitude113.24500° W
Magnetic variation18E
Sectional chartGREAT FALLS
ARTCCSalt Lake City Center
Flight ServiceGreat Falls
OwnershipPublicly owned
UseOpen to the public
Activated1945/03
TowerNON-ATCT
Landing feeNo
Wind indicatorYes
NOTAM facilityGTF
AttendedUNATNDD
ManagerAdam Ladell
Manager phone406-481-0826
Runways
| Runway | Dimensions | Surface | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 3,200 × 60 ft | Turf (fair) | — |
Radio frequencies
| Use | Frequency | Call |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | — |
Airport remarks
- EST PRIOR TO 1959.
- LOW AREA NORTH SIDE OF RWY APROX 1100' FROM APP END RWY 25-USE CAUTION.
- WATCH FOR HORSES OR BIG GAME ANIMALS ON RY.
- TAKE OFF AND LAND RY 25 CONDITIONS PERMITTING.
- TREES AND TERRAIN IN TRANS SURFACE BOTH SIDES OF RY FULL LENGTH.
- PRIMARY PURPOSE OF A/S IS A TRAILHEAD FOR WILDERNESS AREAS.
- FOR CD CTC SALT LAKE ARTCC AT 801-320-2568.
- SUMMER PHONE 406-758-5376.
Data from the FAA National Airspace System Resources (NASR) 28-day subscription. For flight planning, always consult current official publications, NOTAMs, and charts.
