1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5MA8
Elevation
225 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.009, -72.763
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
225 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
42.0087, -72.7626
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KBDL 280051Z AUTO 18008KT 10SM CLR 23/17 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP149 T02280167 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
180° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
22.8°C
Dewpoint
16.7°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KBDL (6 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-28 00:51Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Bennington
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
60 NM away
Westchester County Airport
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
80 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03W/21W | 4,000 ft | 600 ft | WATER | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.7 | SOUTH POND |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5MA8.
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5MA8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SOUTH POND (5MA8) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in SOUTHWICK, Massachusetts, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 225 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.0087°N, 72.7626°W.
Runways
SOUTH POND has 1 runway. The longest runway (03W/21W) measures 4,000 feet by 600 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
SOUTH POND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SOUTH POND, 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 SOUTH POND 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 5MA8?
5MA8 is the ICAO identifier for SOUTH POND, a public-use airport located in SOUTHWICK, Massachusetts, United States.
How many runways does SOUTH POND have?
SOUTH POND (5MA8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5MA8?
The field elevation of SOUTH POND is 225 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5MA8?
No fuel types are currently listed for SOUTH POND. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5MA8?
The current flight category at SOUTH POND is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5MA8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SOUTH POND.
How do I access complete data for 5MA8?
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Where is SOUTH POND located?
SOUTH POND (5MA8) is located in SOUTHWICK, Massachusetts, United States, at an elevation of 225 ft MSL.
Does 5MA8 have weather cameras?
5MA8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.