1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8WV3
Elevation
3,260 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.506, -80.023
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
3,260 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
38.5060, -80.0234
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KEKN 131851Z AUTO 20009G19KT 160V230 10SM SCT042 18/12 A2984 RMK AO2 SLP110 T01830117
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
200° at 9 kt G19
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
18.3°C
Dewpoint
11.7°C
Altimeter
1010.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KEKN (25 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:51Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 4,620 ft | 200 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | SNOWSHOE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8WV3.
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K48I
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WV65
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WV65
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FAIRMONT — 1,640 ft
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Nearest airports
- 23WV — Bocamanu Airport
Fayetteville
- KUSW — BOGGS FLD
SPENCER
- 48I — BRAXTON COUNTY
SUTTON
- K48I — Braxton County Airport
Sutton
- WV65 — CARR
FAIRMONT
West Virginia airports
8WV3 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SNOWSHOE (8WV3) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MINGO, West Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 3,260 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.5060°N, 80.0234°W.
Runways
SNOWSHOE has 1 runway. The longest runway (10/28) measures 4,620 feet by 200 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SNOWSHOE 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 SNOWSHOE 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 8WV3?
8WV3 is the ICAO identifier for SNOWSHOE, a public-use airport located in MINGO, West Virginia, United States.
How many runways does SNOWSHOE have?
SNOWSHOE (8WV3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8WV3?
The field elevation of SNOWSHOE is 3,260 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8WV3?
No fuel types are currently listed for SNOWSHOE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8WV3?
The current flight category at SNOWSHOE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8WV3?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SNOWSHOE.
How do I access complete data for 8WV3?
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Where is SNOWSHOE located?
SNOWSHOE (8WV3) is located in MINGO, West Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 3,260 ft MSL.