1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
VG42
Elevation
85 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.252, -77.153
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
85 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
37.2524, -77.1527
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).
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 02 / 20 | 2,700 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- PRVDD VFR; NO IFR OPNS; CLEAR 20:1 APCH/DEP PATH; NSTD TFC PATTERN RWY 20 TO AVOID CHURCH FOR NOISE PURPOSES.
- FOR CD CTC POTOMAC APCH AT 866-640-4124.
Nearby airports & facilities
VG42
Henshaw Airport
Hopewell — 1 nm
7VA3
HOPEWELL
HOPEWELL — 6 nm
7VA3
Hopewell Heliport
Hopewell — 6 nm
7VA4
BERMUDA HUNDRED
HOPEWELL — 6 nm
7VA4
BERMUDA HUNDRED
HOPEWELL — 6 nm
VA39
FORT LEE AHP
PETERSBURG — 8 nm
VA39
Fort Lee AHP 3(Qrtmst Cen) Heliport
Fort Lee — 9 nm
VA35
Fort Lee Nr 1 /Hqs/ Heliport
Fort Lee — 9 nm
VA35
FORT LEE NR 1/HQS
FORT LEE — 9 nm
2G6
Mc Laughlin Seaplane Base
Chester — 10 nm
2G6
MC LAUGHLIN
CHESTER — 10 nm
66VG
BON SECOURS MERCY HEALTH PETERSBURG LLC
PETERSBURG — 11 nm
Nearest airports
- VG42 — Henshaw Airport
Hopewell
- 7VA3 — HOPEWELL
HOPEWELL
- 7VA3 — Hopewell Heliport
Hopewell
- 7VA4 — BERMUDA HUNDRED
HOPEWELL
- 7VA4 — BERMUDA HUNDRED
HOPEWELL
Virginia airports
VG42 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HENSHAW (VG42) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in HOPEWELL, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 85 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.2524°N, 77.1527°W.
Runways
HENSHAW has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 2,700 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
HENSHAW is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VG42?
VG42 is the FAA location identifier for HENSHAW, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in HOPEWELL, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does HENSHAW have?
HENSHAW (VG42) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VG42?
The field elevation of HENSHAW is 85 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at VG42?
No fuel types are currently listed for HENSHAW. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at VG42?
The longest runway at HENSHAW is 2,700 feet long.
How do I access complete data for VG42?
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Where is HENSHAW located?
HENSHAW (VG42) is located in HOPEWELL, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 85 ft MSL.