KSFZ

VFR

NORTH CENTRAL STATE

PAWTUCKET · RHODE ISLAND

Elev
440.5'
Longest RWY
5,000'05/23
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR02:56Z
Satellite top-down sketch of KSFZ NORTH CENTRAL STATE showing runway layout — runways 05/23, 15/33
Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KSFZ
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,440.5'
MSL · field 440.5' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 23
H/W +3 · X/W 3 kt R

METAR & TAF KSFZ

Current METAR

Observed 02:56Z

KSFZ 120256Z AUTO 26004KT 10SM CLR 25/23 A2973 RMK AO2 SLP063 T02500228 50006 $
Wind
260° @ 4 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
25°C / 23°C
Altimeter
29.73 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
1,982 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
3 NM E
VFR sectional
NEW YORK
ARTCC
ZBW · BOSTON
NOTAM facility
SFZ (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
IFTIKHAR AHMAD
Address
RHODE ISLAND AIRPORT CORP, 2000 POST RD, WARWICK RI 02886

Flight service · Hours

FSS BDR
BRIDGEPORT1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • SUN-SAT · 0700-1700

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
Approach / Departure
Other

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
260° · 4 kt
RWY 23
197°M
Head/Tail
+3 kt
Crosswind
3 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 23

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 23 · 197° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,441 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
05/23Favored17° / 197°5,000 ftASPHStandard L
15/33125° / 305°3,211 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
05PAPI 4-box right(3°)MALS53', trees, 2200' from thr, 700' R of cntrln, slope 37
23PAPI 4-box left(3°)20', trees, 900' from thr, 150' R of cntrln, slope 35
15PAPI 4-box left(3.5°)39', trees, 850' from thr, 200' R of cntrln, slope 16
3324', trees, 535' from thr, 90' R of cntrln, slope 13

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

Top-down satellite sketch of KSFZ NORTH CENTRAL STATE in PAWTUCKET, RHODE ISLAND, showing runways 05/23, 15/33 drawn to scale over Esri World Imagery

Approaches & charts

ILS · 1

RWY 05
LE
SFZ
111.9
LOC RWY 05
KSFZ · IAP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
100LLAA+
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
CHTR,GLD,INSTR,PAJA,RNTL,SALES

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
  • Hangar
Landing fee
Yes
Customs
Not available
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted
Segmented circle
Yes

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • LGTD 250 FT MSL TWR 3-2/5 MI SE.
  • OVNGT PRKG FEE.
  • +50 FT DROPOFF 250 FT FM RWY 05 END, +40 FT DROPOFF 250 FT FM RWY 23 END.
  • SEASONAL SKYDIVING NE SIDE OF AIRFIELD.
  • NOISE ABATEMENT PROCS IN EFCT, CTC AMGR.
  • RWY CONDS MAY NOT BE MNT OR RPRTD WHEN AP IS UNATNDD. CTC RI AP CORPORATION OPS AT 401-691-2265.
  • FOR CD WHEN APCH CLSD CTC BOSTON ARTCC AT 603-879-6859.
  • AP WILDLIFE HAZ DEER ACT INCREASED HN.
  • NMRS UNLGTD OBSTNS UP TO 150 FT AGL SRNDG AIRFIELD.
  • BIRDS & WILDLIFE ON & INVOF ARPT.

Lighting notes

  • ACTVT MALS RWY 05; REIL RWY 23, 15 & 33; PAPI RWY 05, 15 & 23; HIRL RWY 05/23; MIRL RWY 15/33; TWY LGTS - CTAF.

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 05+10 FT TREES 150 FT FM THR, 180 FT L; +10 FT TREES 120 FT FM THR, 180 FT R.
  • 23+15 FT TREES 170 FT FM THR, 90 FT R; +10 FT TREES 120 FT FM THR, 150 FT L.

Other notes

  • EXISTED PRIOR TO 1959.
  • LDG FEE FOR COML ACFT & NON-RHODE ISLAND REGISTERED ACFT.

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · KSFZ

Answer card
ICAO
KSFZ
Name
NORTH CENTRAL STATE
Location
PAWTUCKET, RHODE ISLAND
Elevation
440.5 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,440.5 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
05/23 · 5,000 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
5
Magnetic variation
15°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
260° at 4 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 23

North Central State Airport is in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The field elevation is 440.5 ft MSL. It has two asphalt runways. The longest is 5,000 ft on runway 05/23. The other runway is 15/33 at 3,211 ft. There is no control tower, so expect non-towered traffic flow on CTAF 123.075.

One ILS approach is published for runway 05. The airport also has approach lighting on 05 and runway lights on both runways. Pattern altitude is not published in the facts, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. The airport uses noise abatement procedures. Check with the airport manager before you go.

FlightLevel Aviation is on the field. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Call (401) 333-8503 for current service details. The airport also has seasonal skydiving on the northeast side of the airfield. Watch for birds, wildlife and deer. The remarks also note numerous unlighted obstructions up to 150 ft AGL around the field. That matters here. Runway 05 has trees near the threshold area. Plan your arrival with that in mind. If approach control is closed, clearance delivery goes through Boston ARTCC. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for any runway condition notes before you launch.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway length at KSFZ?
KSFZ has two asphalt runways. The longest is 05/23 at 5,000 ft. The other runway is 15/33 at 3,211 ft.
Does North Central State Airport have an ILS?
Yes. One ILS approach is published for runway 05. Verify the current Chart Supplement for approach details before departure.
What is the pattern altitude at KSFZ?
The facts do not publish a pattern altitude. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Is KSFZ towered?
No. North Central State has no control tower. Use CTAF 123.075 for local traffic and monitor the airport closely.
Which FBO is on the field at KSFZ?
FlightLevel Aviation is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Call (401) 333-8503 for current services.
Are there noise abatement procedures at North Central State?
Yes. Noise abatement procedures are in effect. Contact the airport manager for the current procedure before you fly in.
What should I watch for on approach to runway 05 at KSFZ?
The remarks call out trees near the threshold area for runway 05. The airport also has numerous unlighted obstructions up to 150 ft AGL nearby. Plan a careful stabilized approach.
Is there wildlife or skydiving activity at KSFZ?
Yes. The airport has a wildlife hazard with increased deer activity. Seasonal skydiving also occurs on the northeast side of the airfield.

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