1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
5MD8
FAA
5MD8
Elevation
151 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.491, -77.012
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
151 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Coordinates
38.4910, -77.0116
Current Weather
METAR KNYG 272056Z AUTO 15004KT OVC075 27/22 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP148 T02670217 56015 $
Wind
150° at 4 kt
Temperature
26.7°C
Dewpoint
21.7°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KNYG (18 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 20:56Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 2,000 ft | 40 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5MD8.
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MD48
Albrecht Airstrip
Long Green — 325 ft
2MD0
Anderson Farm Airport
Marion — 8 ft
5MD5
ARCADIA FARMS
PRINCESS ANNE — 18 ft
5MD5
Arcadia Farms Airport
Princess Anne — 18 ft
MD21
ASHLAND LANDING FARM
CENTREVILLE — 10 ft
MD21
Ashland Landing Farm Airport
Centreville — 10 ft
MD64
ASPLUNDH
ST MICHAELS — 10 ft
KBWI
BALTIMORE/WASHINGTON INTL THURGOOD MARSHALL
BALTIMORE — 143.4 ft
Nearest airports
- MD48 — Albrecht Airstrip
Long Green
- 2MD0 — Anderson Farm Airport
Marion
- 5MD5 — ARCADIA FARMS
PRINCESS ANNE
- 5MD5 — Arcadia Farms Airport
Princess Anne
- MD21 — ASHLAND LANDING FARM
CENTREVILLE
Maryland airports
5MD8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Edelen Field (5MD8) is a airport located in La Plata, Maryland, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 151 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.4910°N, 77.0116°W.
Runways
Edelen Field has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 2,000 feet by 40 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
Edelen Field is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5MD8?
5MD8 is the ICAO identifier for Edelen Field, a public-use airport located in La Plata, Maryland, United States.
How many runways does Edelen Field have?
Edelen Field (5MD8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5MD8?
The field elevation of Edelen Field is 151 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5MD8?
No fuel types are currently listed for Edelen Field. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5MD8?
Current weather data is updated when a new METAR is available. Check this page for the latest observation.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5MD8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for Edelen Field.
How do I access complete data for 5MD8?
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Where is Edelen Field located?
Edelen Field (5MD8) is located in La Plata, Maryland, United States, at an elevation of 151 ft MSL.