Plum Island Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 0m 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 Plum Island Airport
Plum Island Airport, in Newbury, Massachusetts, is a privately owned, public-use airport owned by Historic New England and operated by Plum Island Aerodrome, Inc., a non-profit corporation. It has two runways, averages 54 flights per week, and has approximately 8 based aircraft.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 2,300 ft / 701 m | 100 ft | Turf-grvl | Unlit | Open |
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 2,105 ft / 642 m | 50 ft | Asph-f | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 75 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Plum Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Plum Island Airport located?
Plum Island Airport is small airport located in Newburyport, United States, at an elevation of 11 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Plum Island Airport have?
Plum Island Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 2,300 ft / 701 m.
What time zone is Plum Island Airport in?
Plum Island Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Plum Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Plum Island Airport is approximately 14.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Plum Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Plum Island Airport is Snow Airport (MA36), about 7.8 nm to the s, followed by Meadowbrook Airport and Propwash Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Plum Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.