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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
49WA
Elevation
470 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
46.847, -122.522
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
470 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
SEATTLE
Coordinates
46.8470, -122.5221
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
21 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/S | N / S | 3,230 ft | 50 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- AIRFIELD CAN BE EXTREMELY WET AND VERY ROUGH IN SOME AREAS.
- LRG WILDLIFE IS OFTEN ON THE AIRFIELD AND LRG MOLEHILLS CAN ALSO BE A HAZ. PPR TO LND.
- CALL OR EMAIL (FLY49WA@GMAIL.COM) FOR PMSN TO LND.
- LND AT YOUR OWN RISK.
- ADDITIONAL CONTACT - BEN CARLSON FLY49WA@GMAIL.COM
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49WA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD (49WA) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in YELM, Washington, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 470 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 46.8470°N, 122.5221°W.
Runways
COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD has 1 runway. The longest runway (N/S) measures 3,230 feet by 50 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD 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 COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD, 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 49WA?
49WA is the ICAO identifier for COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD, a public-use airport located in YELM, Washington, United States.
How many runways does COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD have?
COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD (49WA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 49WA?
The field elevation of COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD is 470 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 49WA?
No fuel types are currently listed for COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 49WA?
The longest runway at COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD is 3,230 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 49WA?
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Where is COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD located?
COUGAR MOUNTAIN AIRFIELD (49WA) is located in YELM, Washington, United States, at an elevation of 470 ft MSL.
Does 49WA have weather cameras?
49WA does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.