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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
79GA
FAA
79GA
Elevation
310 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
31.491, -85.017
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
310 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
31.4913, -85.0166
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KBIJ 272015Z AUTO 23007KT 10SM SCT050 32/20 A3010 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
230° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
32°C
Dewpoint
20°C
Altimeter
1019.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KBIJ (9 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 20:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 1,700 ft | 90 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 79GA.
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79GA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
COATES (79GA) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in FORT GAINES, Georgia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 310 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.4913°N, 85.0166°W.
Runways
COATES has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 1,700 feet by 90 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
COATES is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at COATES 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 79GA?
79GA is the ICAO identifier for COATES, a public-use airport located in FORT GAINES, Georgia, United States.
How many runways does COATES have?
COATES (79GA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 79GA?
The field elevation of COATES is 310 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 79GA?
No fuel types are currently listed for COATES. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 79GA?
The current flight category at COATES is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 79GA?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for COATES.
How do I access complete data for 79GA?
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Where is COATES located?
COATES (79GA) is located in FORT GAINES, Georgia, United States, at an elevation of 310 ft MSL.