1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
72GA
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
31.584, -81.233
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
31.5836, -81.2332
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLHW 061255Z AUTO 16004KT 10SM CLR 20/15 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP165 T02030149 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
160° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
20.3°C
Dewpoint
14.9°C
Altimeter
1016.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KLHW (27 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 2,600 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 72GA.
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72GA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BARBOUR ISLAND (72GA) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in SHELLMAN BLUFF, Georgia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.5836°N, 81.2332°W.
Runways
BARBOUR ISLAND has 1 runway. The longest runway (06/24) measures 2,600 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BARBOUR ISLAND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at BARBOUR 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 72GA?
72GA is the ICAO identifier for BARBOUR ISLAND, a public-use airport located in SHELLMAN BLUFF, Georgia, United States.
How many runways does BARBOUR ISLAND have?
BARBOUR ISLAND (72GA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 72GA?
The field elevation of BARBOUR ISLAND is 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 72GA?
No fuel types are currently listed for BARBOUR ISLAND. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 72GA?
The current flight category at BARBOUR ISLAND is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 72GA?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BARBOUR ISLAND.
How do I access complete data for 72GA?
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Where is BARBOUR ISLAND located?
BARBOUR ISLAND (72GA) is located in SHELLMAN BLUFF, Georgia, United States, at an elevation of 10 ft MSL.