Mears Creek Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 34m 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 Mears Creek Airfield
Mears Creek Airfield is a small airport in Lusby, United States. It sits at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,600 ft / 488 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Chesapeake Ranch Airport (MD50), about 3.7 nm to the ese.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33▸ displaced | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 60 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PATUXENT RIVER CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| R4006 0700-2300 LCL DAILY; OTH TIMES AS SPECIFIED BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | 3500 ft MSL | 25000 ft MSL |
| R4007 0700-2300 LCL DAILY; OTH TIMES AS SPECIFIED BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | GND | 4999 ft MSL |
| R4008 0700-2300 LCL DAILY; OTH TIMES AS SPECIFIED BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | FL250 | FL850 |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 502 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 449 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 420 ft | 141 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 128 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 351 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 174 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 217 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mears Creek Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mears Creek Airfield located?
Mears Creek Airfield is small airport located in Lusby, United States, at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Mears Creek Airfield have?
Mears Creek Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 1,600 ft / 488 m.
What time zone is Mears Creek Airfield in?
Mears Creek Airfield is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mears Creek Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mears Creek Airfield is approximately 10.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mears Creek Airfield?
The nearest airport to Mears Creek Airfield is Chesapeake Ranch Airport (MD50), about 3.7 nm to the ese, followed by St. Mary's County Regional Airport and Patuxent River Naval Air Station (Trapnell Field).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mears Creek Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.