1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56WV
Elevation
1,410 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
39.326, -79.662
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,410 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CLEVELAND
Coordinates
39.3258, -79.6617
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMGW 131953Z 22008G20KT 10SM FEW039 SCT060 SCT100 19/11 A2977 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT N AND W SLP076 T01940111
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
220° at 8 kt G20
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
19.4°C
Dewpoint
11.1°C
Altimeter
1008.20 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KMGW (24 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 19:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 2,000 ft | 50 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | CHEAT RIVER ISLAND |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56WV.
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56WV Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHEAT RIVER ISLAND (56WV) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in ROWLESBURG, West Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,410 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.3258°N, 79.6617°W.
Runways
CHEAT RIVER ISLAND has 1 runway. The longest runway (13/31) measures 2,000 feet by 50 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
CHEAT RIVER ISLAND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at CHEAT RIVER ISLAND 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 56WV?
56WV is the ICAO identifier for CHEAT RIVER ISLAND, a public-use airport located in ROWLESBURG, West Virginia, United States.
How many runways does CHEAT RIVER ISLAND have?
CHEAT RIVER ISLAND (56WV) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56WV?
The field elevation of CHEAT RIVER ISLAND is 1,410 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56WV?
No fuel types are currently listed for CHEAT RIVER ISLAND. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56WV?
The current flight category at CHEAT RIVER ISLAND is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56WV?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CHEAT RIVER ISLAND.
How do I access complete data for 56WV?
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Where is CHEAT RIVER ISLAND located?
CHEAT RIVER ISLAND (56WV) is located in ROWLESBURG, West Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 1,410 ft MSL.