Flying W Airport
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About Flying W Airport
Flying W Airport is a small airport in Richmond, United States. It sits at an elevation of 101 ft (31 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,250 ft / 686 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Richmond International Airport (RIC), about 5.8 nm to the ne.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 2,250 ft / 686 m | 50 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICHARD EVELYN BYRD INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4200 ft MSL |
| RICHARD EVELYN BYRD INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1400 ft MSL | 4200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominion Energy HQ | 417 ft | 144 ft | — |
| Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond | 394 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Bank of America Center | 331 ft | 174 ft | — |
| The Locks at 321 | 315 ft | 115 ft | — |
| Riverfront Plaza West Tower | 312 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Riverfront Plaza East Tower | 312 ft | 69 ft | — |
| One James River Plaza | 308 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Main Street Centre | 305 ft | 230 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Flying W Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Flying W Airport located?
Flying W Airport is small airport located in Richmond, United States, at an elevation of 101 ft (31 m).
How many runways does Flying W Airport have?
Flying W Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,250 ft / 686 m.
What time zone is Flying W Airport in?
Flying W Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Flying W Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Flying W Airport is approximately 10.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Flying W Airport?
The nearest airport to Flying W Airport is Richmond International Airport (RIC), about 5.8 nm to the ne, followed by Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport and Christian's Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Flying W Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.