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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
VA72
Elevation
940 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.600, -80.039
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
940 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.6001, -80.0387
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMTV 131855Z AUTO 20006G16KT 10SM CLR 24/03 A2993 RMK AO2 T02390033
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
200° at 6 kt G16
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.9°C
Dewpoint
3.3°C
Altimeter
1013.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KMTV (2 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Smith Reynolds Airport
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30 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 2,200 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for VA72.
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VA72 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
COVINGTON (VA72) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MARTINSVILLE, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 940 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.6001°N, 80.0387°W.
Runways
COVINGTON has 1 runway. The longest runway (12/30) measures 2,200 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
COVINGTON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near COVINGTON, 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 COVINGTON 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 VA72?
VA72 is the ICAO identifier for COVINGTON, a public-use airport located in MARTINSVILLE, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does COVINGTON have?
COVINGTON (VA72) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VA72?
The field elevation of COVINGTON is 940 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at VA72?
No fuel types are currently listed for COVINGTON. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at VA72?
The current flight category at COVINGTON is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at VA72?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for COVINGTON.
How do I access complete data for VA72?
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Where is COVINGTON located?
COVINGTON (VA72) is located in MARTINSVILLE, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 940 ft MSL.
Does VA72 have weather cameras?
VA72 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.