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 131735Z AUTO 19013KT 10SM SCT065 SCT080 25/12 A2992 RMK AO2 T02490119
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
190° at 13 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24.9°C
Dewpoint
11.9°C
Altimeter
1013.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KFVX (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:35Z
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 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 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 VFR. 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.
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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.