1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8VA1
Elevation
470 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.544, -78.587
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
470 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
37.5444, -78.5871
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFVX 220355Z AUTO 02008KT 10SM RA OVC004 15/15 A3020 RMK AO2 P0002 T01450145
Flight Category
LIFR
Wind
20° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
14.5°C
Dewpoint
14.5°C
Altimeter
1022.80 inHg
Weather
RA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KFVX (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 03:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 4,600 ft | 75 ft | ASPH | HIGH |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 123.3 | SLATE RIVER AIRPARK |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8VA1.
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8VA1 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SLATE RIVER AIRPARK (8VA1) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BUCKINGHAM, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 470 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.5444°N, 78.5871°W.
Runways
SLATE RIVER AIRPARK has 1 runway. The longest runway (13/31) measures 4,600 feet by 75 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
SLATE RIVER AIRPARK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SLATE RIVER AIRPARK is LIFR (Low IFR — very low visibility and/or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 8VA1?
8VA1 is the ICAO identifier for SLATE RIVER AIRPARK, a public-use airport located in BUCKINGHAM, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does SLATE RIVER AIRPARK have?
SLATE RIVER AIRPARK (8VA1) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8VA1?
The field elevation of SLATE RIVER AIRPARK is 470 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8VA1?
No fuel types are currently listed for SLATE RIVER AIRPARK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8VA1?
The current flight category at SLATE RIVER AIRPARK is LIFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8VA1?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SLATE RIVER AIRPARK.
How do I access complete data for 8VA1?
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Where is SLATE RIVER AIRPARK located?
SLATE RIVER AIRPARK (8VA1) is located in BUCKINGHAM, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 470 ft MSL.