1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
8DC8
Elevation
16 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.900, -76.959
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
16 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
38.8997, -76.9595
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KDCA 131552Z 21017G31KT 10SM SCT090 SCT180 23/06 A2992 RMK AO2 PK WND 21031/1544 SLP131 VIRGA NW T02330061
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
210° at 17 kt G31
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.3°C
Dewpoint
6.1°C
Altimeter
1013.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KDCA (6 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 15:52Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 50 ft | 50 ft | CONC | PERI |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | CONGRESSIONAL |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 8DC8.
Nearby Airports in District of Columbia
Nearest airports
- KHEF — MANASSAS RGNL/HARRY P DAVIS FLD
WASHINGTON
- KDCA — RONALD REAGAN WASHINGTON NTL
WASHINGTON
- KIAD — WASHINGTON DULLES INTL
WASHINGTON
District of Columbia airports
8DC8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CONGRESSIONAL (8DC8) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.8997°N, 76.9595°W.
Helipads
CONGRESSIONAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 50 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
CONGRESSIONAL 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 CONGRESSIONAL 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 8DC8?
8DC8 is the ICAO identifier for CONGRESSIONAL, a public-use airport located in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, United States.
How many runways does CONGRESSIONAL have?
CONGRESSIONAL (8DC8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8DC8?
The field elevation of CONGRESSIONAL is 16 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 8DC8?
No fuel types are currently listed for CONGRESSIONAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 8DC8?
The current flight category at CONGRESSIONAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 8DC8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CONGRESSIONAL.
How do I access complete data for 8DC8?
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Where is CONGRESSIONAL located?
CONGRESSIONAL (8DC8) is located in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, United States, at an elevation of 16 ft MSL.