1
Runway
6
Frequencies
2
Procedures
1
NOTAM
Quick Facts
FAA
48I
Elevation
1,275.6 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
6
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL,A
Coordinates
38.687, -80.652
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,275.6 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL,A
ARTCC
CLEVELAND
Coordinates
38.6871, -80.6521
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR K48I 061155Z AUTO 00000KT 1 1/4SM BR FEW003 OVC030 14/14 A2977 RMK AO2 RAE1148 P0004 60034 70034 T01450140 10188 20136 53001 $
Flight Category
IFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
1.25 SM
Temperature
14.5°C
Dewpoint
14°C
Altimeter
1008.20 inHg
Weather
BR
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from K48I (0 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 11:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 3,995 ft | 60 ft | ASPH | MED |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 48I AWOS-3PT | 118.225 | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 121.15 | NORTH CENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 284.65 | NORTH CENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | BRAXTON COUNTY |
| PARKERSBURG RCAG | XXX.XXX | PARKERSBURG |
| PARKERSBURG RCAG | XXX.XXX | PARKERSBURG |
Active NOTAMs
48I 26/019
2026-05-04 22:35 – 2026-08-02 04:00
IFR Procedures
1 Runway, 1 Approaches
Nearby Airports in West Virginia
Nearest airports
- 23WV — Bocamanu Airport
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- KUSW — BOGGS FLD
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- K48I — Braxton County Airport
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- WV65 — CARR
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West Virginia airports
48I Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BRAXTON COUNTY (48I) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in SUTTON, West Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,275.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.6871°N, 80.6521°W.
Runways
BRAXTON COUNTY has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 3,995 feet by 60 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
BRAXTON COUNTY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
BRAXTON COUNTY offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Instrument Procedures
BRAXTON COUNTY has 2 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach. These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at BRAXTON COUNTY is IFR (Instrument Flight Rules — instrument approach required). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations. There is currently 1 active NOTAM for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 48I?
48I is the ICAO identifier for BRAXTON COUNTY, a public-use airport located in SUTTON, West Virginia, United States.
How many runways does BRAXTON COUNTY have?
BRAXTON COUNTY (48I) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 48I?
The field elevation of BRAXTON COUNTY is 1,275.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 48I?
Yes, BRAXTON COUNTY offers 100LL,A fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at 48I?
The current flight category at BRAXTON COUNTY is IFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 48I?
There are currently 1 active NOTAM for BRAXTON COUNTY. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.
How do I access complete data for 48I?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for BRAXTON COUNTY.
Where is BRAXTON COUNTY located?
BRAXTON COUNTY (48I) is located in SUTTON, West Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 1,275.6 ft MSL.