1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
08R
Elevation
130.4 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL
Coordinates
41.489, -71.621
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
130.4 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.8 MHz
Fuel Types
100LL
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
BOSTON
Coordinates
41.4895, -71.6206
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 08R. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 11 / 29 | 2,129 ft | 30 ft | ASPH | NSTD | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | RICHMONDACTVT LIRL RWY 11/29; WINDSOCK LGTS - CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | RICHMOND | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- THIS AIRPORT HAS BEEN SURVEYED BY THE NATIONAL GEODETIC SURVEY.
- VFR USE ONLY. HEL ASP: FILED FOR RECORD PURPOSES ONLY.
- ROTG BCN OTS INDEFLY.
- ULTRALIGHTS ON & INVOF ARPT.
- DEER & BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
- RWY 11 CLSD NGTS.
- +40 FT DROPOFF, 150 FT FM RWY 29 END; +10 FT DROPOFF, 200 FT FM RWY 11 END.
- IREG HRS OF OPN. CALL 401 783-1498 FOR ACFT RQRG FUEL.
- FOR CD CTC PROVIDENCE APCH AT 401-738-8945, WHEN APCH CLSD CTC BOSTON ARTCC AT 603-879-6859.
- RWY HAS NON-STD SAFETY AREA, CTC AMGR FOR DTLS.
- ACTVT LIRL RWY 11/29; WINDSOCK LGTS - CTAF.
- NSTD LIRL LCTD 30 FT FM EDGE OF PAVEMENT.
- RWY 11, +23 FT TREES 150 FT FM THLD, 50 FT LEFT; +27 FT TREES 160 FT FM THLD, 110 FT RIGHT.
- RWY 29, 11 FT WIDE ROAD 90 FT FM THLD, ON CNTRLN; +40 FT TREES 125 FT FM THLD, 110 FT LEFT; +65 FT TREES 200 FT FM THLD, 45 FT RIGHT.
- DSPLCD THR LGTD & MKD WITH WHITE BAR & NR.
- APCH RATIO 5:1 TO DSPLCD THR.
Nearby airports & facilities
08R
Richmond Airport
West Kingston — <1 nm
RI13
Foxridge Farm Heliport
West Kingston — 3 nm
RI08
South County Hospital Heliport
Wakefield — 7 nm
RI08
SOUTH COUNTY HOSPITAL
WAKEFIELD — 7 nm
RI30
EAST ARNOLDA FARM
CHARLESTOWN — 7 nm
RI30
East Arnolda Farm Heliport
Charlestown — 7 nm
CT21
SUNNYVALE FLD
NORTH STONINGTON — 10 nm
CT21
SUNNYVALE FLD
NORTH STONINGTON — 10 nm
CT32
Gallup Farm Airport
Voluntown — 10 nm
KOQU
QUONSET STATE
NORTH KINGSTOWN — 11 nm
OQU
Quonset State Airport
North Kingstown — 11 nm
KWST
WESTERLY STATE
WESTERLY — 12 nm
Nearest airports
- 08R — Richmond Airport
West Kingston
- RI13 — Foxridge Farm Heliport
West Kingston
- RI08 — South County Hospital Heliport
Wakefield
- RI08 — SOUTH COUNTY HOSPITAL
WAKEFIELD
- RI30 — EAST ARNOLDA FARM
CHARLESTOWN
Rhode Island airports
08R Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RICHMOND (08R) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in WEST KINGSTON, Rhode Island, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 130.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.4895°N, 71.6206°W.
Runways
RICHMOND has 1 runway. The longest runway (11/29) measures 2,129 feet by 30 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
RICHMOND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
RICHMOND 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 RICHMOND, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 08R?
08R is the FAA location identifier for RICHMOND, a public-use airport, located in WEST KINGSTON, Rhode Island, United States.
How many runways does RICHMOND have?
RICHMOND (08R) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 08R?
The field elevation of RICHMOND is 130.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at 08R?
Yes, RICHMOND offers 100LL fuel.
What is the longest runway at 08R?
The longest runway at RICHMOND is 2,129 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 08R?
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Where is RICHMOND located?
RICHMOND (08R) is located in WEST KINGSTON, Rhode Island, United States, at an elevation of 130.4 ft MSL.
Does 08R have weather cameras?
08R does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.