2
Runways
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
6MA8
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
41.647, -70.918
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
41.6473, -70.9175
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KEWB 091853Z 21017G26KT 10SM CLR 26/08 A3008 RMK AO2 PK WND 21028/1842 SLP185 T02560083
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
210° at 17 kt G26
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25.6°C
Dewpoint
8.3°C
Altimeter
1018.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KEWB (3 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 18:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 6MA8. Showing nearest cameras.
Chatham Municipal Airport
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
56 NM away
Nantucket Airport
East · Camera 1 · 2 cameras total
56 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02W/20W | 3,500 ft | 200 ft | WATER | - |
| 16W/34W | 3,500 ft | 200 ft | WATER | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 6MA8.
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MA88
ALBERT FARMS
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MA88
Albert Farms Airport
Worthington — 1,425 ft
3MA2
BAINES
MIDDLEFIELD — 1,160 ft
3MA2
Baines Airport
Middlefield — 1,160 ft
MA89
B&B FARM
NEW BRAINTREE — 980 ft
MA89
B&B Farm Airport
New Braintree — 980 ft
KBVY
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BEVERLY — 107.2 ft
MA77
BLUEBERRY HILL
WASHINGTON — 2,000 ft
Nearest airports
- MA88 — ALBERT FARMS
WORTHINGTON
- MA88 — Albert Farms Airport
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- 3MA2 — BAINES
MIDDLEFIELD
- 3MA2 — Baines Airport
Middlefield
- MA89 — B&B FARM
NEW BRAINTREE
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6MA8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
ACUSHNET RIVER (6MA8) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in NEW BEDFORD, Massachusetts, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.6473°N, 70.9175°W.
Runways
ACUSHNET RIVER has 2 runways. The longest runway (02W/20W) measures 3,500 feet by 200 feet with a water surface. Other runways include 16W/34W (3,500 ft, WATER).
Communications & Operations
ACUSHNET RIVER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near ACUSHNET RIVER, 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 ACUSHNET RIVER 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 6MA8?
6MA8 is the ICAO identifier for ACUSHNET RIVER, a public-use airport located in NEW BEDFORD, Massachusetts, United States.
How many runways does ACUSHNET RIVER have?
ACUSHNET RIVER (6MA8) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 6MA8?
The field elevation of ACUSHNET RIVER is 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 6MA8?
No fuel types are currently listed for ACUSHNET RIVER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 6MA8?
The current flight category at ACUSHNET RIVER is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 6MA8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for ACUSHNET RIVER.
How do I access complete data for 6MA8?
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Where is ACUSHNET RIVER located?
ACUSHNET RIVER (6MA8) is located in NEW BEDFORD, Massachusetts, United States, at an elevation of 0 ft MSL.
Does 6MA8 have weather cameras?
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