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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
1WA8
Elevation
300 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
47.110, -122.557
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
300 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
SEATTLE
Coordinates
47.1098, -122.5572
Ownership
MR
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KOLM 220154Z 01007KT 10SM CLR 25/08 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T02500078
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
10° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25°C
Dewpoint
7.8°C
Altimeter
1015.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KOLM (22 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 01:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Tacoma Narrows
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
9 NM away
Pierce County
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
16 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 1WA8.
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1WA8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MADIGAN HOSPITAL (1WA8) is a military heliport restricted to private use located in FORT LEWIS, Washington, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 300 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 47.1098°N, 122.5572°W.
Helipads
MADIGAN HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
MADIGAN HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MADIGAN HOSPITAL, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at MADIGAN HOSPITAL is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1WA8?
1WA8 is the ICAO identifier for MADIGAN HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in FORT LEWIS, Washington, United States.
How many runways does MADIGAN HOSPITAL have?
MADIGAN HOSPITAL (1WA8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 1WA8?
The field elevation of MADIGAN HOSPITAL is 300 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 1WA8?
No fuel types are currently listed for MADIGAN HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 1WA8?
The current flight category at MADIGAN HOSPITAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 1WA8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MADIGAN HOSPITAL.
How do I access complete data for 1WA8?
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Where is MADIGAN HOSPITAL located?
MADIGAN HOSPITAL (1WA8) is located in FORT LEWIS, Washington, United States, at an elevation of 300 ft MSL.
Does 1WA8 have weather cameras?
1WA8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.