Edelen Field
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 32m 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 Edelen Field
Edelen Field is a small airport in La Plata, United States. It sits at an elevation of 151 ft (46 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,000 ft / 610 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Lanseair Farms Airport (MD97), about 2.4 nm to the sw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 40 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| 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 | 377 ft | 128 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Edelen Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Edelen Field located?
Edelen Field is small airport located in La Plata, United States, at an elevation of 151 ft (46 m).
How many runways does Edelen Field have?
Edelen Field has 1 runway, the longest being 2,000 ft / 610 m.
What time zone is Edelen Field in?
Edelen Field is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Edelen Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Edelen Field is approximately 10.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Edelen Field?
The nearest airport to Edelen Field is Lanseair Farms Airport (MD97), about 2.4 nm to the sw, followed by Ty-Ti-To Airport and Finagin Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Edelen Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.