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
SPECI KEKN 272219Z AUTO 00000KT 7SM -RA OVC020 22/21 A3000 RMK AO2 RAB2155 P0002 T02170211 $
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
7 SM
Temperature
21.7°C
Dewpoint
21.1°C
Altimeter
1016.00 inHg
Weather
-RA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KEKN (25 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 22:19Z
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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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 MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). 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 MVFR. 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.