1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
MA42
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.610, -70.660
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
10 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
42.6101, -70.6600
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KBVY 211753Z 12008KT 10SM CLR 15/05 A3021 RMK AO2 SLP224 T01500050 10189 20144 53004
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
120° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
15°C
Dewpoint
5°C
Altimeter
1023.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KBVY (15 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 17:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at MA42. Showing nearest cameras.
Lawrence Muni Airport
NorthWest · Camera 2 · 2 cameras total
28 NM away
Sanford Seacoast Reg Airport
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
47 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 90 ft | 90 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for MA42.
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MA42 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
U S C G (MA42) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in GLOUCESTER, Massachusetts, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.6101°N, 70.6600°W.
Helipads
U S C G has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 90 feet by 90 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
U S C G is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near U S C G, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at U S C G 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 MA42?
MA42 is the ICAO identifier for U S C G, a public-use airport located in GLOUCESTER, Massachusetts, United States.
How many runways does U S C G have?
U S C G (MA42) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of MA42?
The field elevation of U S C G is 10 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at MA42?
No fuel types are currently listed for U S C G. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at MA42?
The current flight category at U S C G is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at MA42?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for U S C G.
How do I access complete data for MA42?
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Where is U S C G located?
U S C G (MA42) is located in GLOUCESTER, Massachusetts, United States, at an elevation of 10 ft MSL.
Does MA42 have weather cameras?
MA42 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.