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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
W42
Elevation
460 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL
Coordinates
39.501, -76.411
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
460 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
39.5013, -76.4113
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR K0W3 271935Z AUTO 07004KT 10SM BKN013 23/23 A2999 RMK AO2 T02260226
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
70° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
22.6°C
Dewpoint
22.6°C
Altimeter
1015.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from K0W3 (13 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 19:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 2,200 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | NSTD |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | FALLSTON |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for W42.
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W42 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FALLSTON (W42) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in FALLSTON, Maryland, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 460 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.5013°N, 76.4113°W.
Runways
FALLSTON has 1 runway. The longest runway (04/22) measures 2,200 feet by 50 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
FALLSTON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
FALLSTON offers 100LL fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near FALLSTON, 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 FALLSTON 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 W42?
W42 is the ICAO identifier for FALLSTON, a public-use airport located in FALLSTON, Maryland, United States.
How many runways does FALLSTON have?
FALLSTON (W42) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of W42?
The field elevation of FALLSTON is 460 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at W42?
Yes, FALLSTON offers 100LL fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at W42?
The current flight category at FALLSTON is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at W42?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FALLSTON.
How do I access complete data for W42?
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Where is FALLSTON located?
FALLSTON (W42) is located in FALLSTON, Maryland, United States, at an elevation of 460 ft MSL.
Does W42 have weather cameras?
W42 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.