1
Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
6VA3
Elevation
307 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.515, -77.527
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
307 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
37.5147, -77.5267
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRIC 272254Z 17011KT 4SM -RA BR FEW020 SCT065 OVC090 23/22 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP148 RAB2147 TSB2123E14 LTG DSNT NE-SE P0010 T02280222
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
170° at 11 kt
Visibility
4 SM
Temperature
22.8°C
Dewpoint
22.2°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Weather
-RA BR
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KRIC (12 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 22:54Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 40 ft | 40 ft | ASPH | PERI |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 6VA3.
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6VA3 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL (6VA3) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in RICHMOND, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 307 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.5147°N, 77.5267°W.
Helipads
CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 40 feet by 40 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 6VA3?
6VA3 is the ICAO identifier for CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL, a public-use airport located in RICHMOND, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL have?
CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL (6VA3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 6VA3?
The field elevation of CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL is 307 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 6VA3?
No fuel types are currently listed for CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 6VA3?
The current flight category at CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 6VA3?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL.
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Where is CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL located?
CHIPPENHAM HOSPITAL (6VA3) is located in RICHMOND, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 307 ft MSL.