1
Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
VA23
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.119, -76.614
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
38.1190, -76.6136
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
SPECI KNHK 220527Z AUTO 03013KT 10SM BKN018 OVC035 14/13 A3023 RMK AO2 RAE16 P0000 T01440128 $
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
30° at 13 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
14.4°C
Dewpoint
12.8°C
Altimeter
1023.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KNHK (16 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 05:27Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 2,900 ft | 60 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for VA23.
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VA23 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SANFORD FLD (VA23) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in COLES POINT, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.1190°N, 76.6136°W.
Runways
SANFORD FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 2,900 feet by 60 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SANFORD FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SANFORD FLD 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 VA23?
VA23 is the ICAO identifier for SANFORD FLD, a public-use airport located in COLES POINT, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does SANFORD FLD have?
SANFORD FLD (VA23) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VA23?
The field elevation of SANFORD FLD is 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at VA23?
No fuel types are currently listed for SANFORD FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at VA23?
The current flight category at SANFORD FLD is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at VA23?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SANFORD FLD.
How do I access complete data for VA23?
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Where is SANFORD FLD located?
SANFORD FLD (VA23) is located in COLES POINT, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft MSL.