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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
42FL
FAA
42FL
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
24.971, -80.596
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
24.9712, -80.5956
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMTH 092253Z AUTO 10013KT 10SM FEW020 29/24 A3002 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT NW SLP165 T02940244 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
100° at 13 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
29.4°C
Dewpoint
24.4°C
Altimeter
1016.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KMTH (31 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 22:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09W/27W | 6,600 ft | 3300 ft | WATER | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 42FL.
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42FL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
PLANTATION KEY (42FL) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in MARATHON, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 24.9712°N, 80.5956°W.
Runways
PLANTATION KEY has 1 runway. The longest runway (09W/27W) measures 6,600 feet by 3300 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
PLANTATION KEY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at PLANTATION KEY 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 42FL?
42FL is the ICAO identifier for PLANTATION KEY, a public-use airport located in MARATHON, Florida, United States.
How many runways does PLANTATION KEY have?
PLANTATION KEY (42FL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 42FL?
The field elevation of PLANTATION KEY is 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 42FL?
No fuel types are currently listed for PLANTATION KEY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 42FL?
The current flight category at PLANTATION KEY is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 42FL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for PLANTATION KEY.
How do I access complete data for 42FL?
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Where is PLANTATION KEY located?
PLANTATION KEY (42FL) is located in MARATHON, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 0 ft MSL.