1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
W37
Elevation
235 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
47.141, -122.561
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
235 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
700 ft MSL
ARTCC
SEATTLE
Coordinates
47.1415, -122.5610
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KTCM 061155Z AUTO 23006KT 10SM SCT011 OVC021 12/10 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP189 T01210095 10133 20117 52010 $
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
230° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.1°C
Dewpoint
9.5°C
Altimeter
1018.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KTCM (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 11:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at W37. Showing nearest cameras.
Tacoma Narrows
SouthWest · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
8 NM away
Pierce County
SouthEast · Camea 2 · 4 cameras total
16 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02W/20W | 5,500 ft | 500 ft | WATER | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | AMERICAN LAKE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for W37.
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W37 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
AMERICAN LAKE (W37) is a publicly owned seaplane base open to the public located in LAKEWOOD, Washington, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 235 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 47.1415°N, 122.5610°W.
Runways
AMERICAN LAKE has 1 runway. The longest runway (02W/20W) measures 5,500 feet by 500 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
AMERICAN LAKE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near AMERICAN LAKE, 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 AMERICAN LAKE 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 W37?
W37 is the ICAO identifier for AMERICAN LAKE, a public-use airport located in LAKEWOOD, Washington, United States.
How many runways does AMERICAN LAKE have?
AMERICAN LAKE (W37) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of W37?
The field elevation of AMERICAN LAKE is 235 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at W37?
No fuel types are currently listed for AMERICAN LAKE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at W37?
The current flight category at AMERICAN LAKE is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at W37?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for AMERICAN LAKE.
How do I access complete data for W37?
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Where is AMERICAN LAKE located?
AMERICAN LAKE (W37) is located in LAKEWOOD, Washington, United States, at an elevation of 235 ft MSL.
Does W37 have weather cameras?
W37 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.