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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8FA0
Elevation
142 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
28.109, -81.959
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
142 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
28.1086, -81.9587
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGIF 220753Z AUTO 15007KT 10SM CLR 25/21 A3003 RMK AO1 SLP165 T02500206
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
150° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
25°C
Dewpoint
20.6°C
Altimeter
1017.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KGIF (13 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 07:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lakeland Linder Airport
North · Camera 1
8 NM away
1 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALL/WAY | 7,000 ft | 7000 ft | WATER | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8FA0.
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8FA0 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
LAKE GIBSON (8FA0) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in LAKELAND, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 142 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 28.1086°N, 81.9587°W.
Runways
LAKE GIBSON has 1 runway. The longest runway (ALL/WAY) measures 7,000 feet by 7000 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
LAKE GIBSON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near LAKE GIBSON, 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 LAKE GIBSON 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 8FA0?
8FA0 is the ICAO identifier for LAKE GIBSON, a public-use airport located in LAKELAND, Florida, United States.
How many runways does LAKE GIBSON have?
LAKE GIBSON (8FA0) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8FA0?
The field elevation of LAKE GIBSON is 142 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8FA0?
No fuel types are currently listed for LAKE GIBSON. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8FA0?
The current flight category at LAKE GIBSON is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8FA0?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for LAKE GIBSON.
How do I access complete data for 8FA0?
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Where is LAKE GIBSON located?
LAKE GIBSON (8FA0) is located in LAKELAND, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 142 ft MSL.
Does 8FA0 have weather cameras?
8FA0 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.