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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
100LL
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
39.5013, -76.4113
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 W42. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 04 / 22 | 2,200 ft | 50 ft | ASPH | NSTD | SW (Single Wheel) 12,000 lbs | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | FALLSTON | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- EXISTED PRIOR TO 1959.
- ARPT CLSD DUSK-0900 DAILY.
- DEER & WILDLIFE ON & INVOF ARPT.
- FOR CD CTC POTOMAC APCH AT 866-429-5882.
- NSTD LIRL AVAILABLE TO BASED AIRCRAFT W/PRIOR NOTICE. FOR NSTD LIRL RY 04/22 CTC AMGR 410-877-9889.
- IF ATTENDENT NOT PRESENT DURG DALGT HOURS CALL 410-877-9889.
- FULL OWNER NAME: FALLSTON AIRPORT & FLYING SERVICE, INC.
- ALTERNATE EMERGENCY PHONE (410) 808-3289
- IF NO ONE PPRESENT DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS CALL 410-877-9889.
- RY 04/22 NSTD LIRL; TWO THLD LGTS EACH SIDE & 300 FT EDGE LGT SPACING.
- RY 04 HAS +10 FT ROAD 45 FT FM THLD.
- +15 FT ACCESS ROAD AT THLD; +25 FT BLDG, 137 FT L OF APCH NMRS.
- APCH SLP 20:1 TO 315 FT DSP THD AT CNTRLN.
- APCH SLP 20:1 TO 220 FT DSP THD AT CNTRLN.
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Nearest airports
- W42 — Fallston Airport
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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
3 FAA Weather Cameras are 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W42?
W42 is the FAA location 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). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at W42?
Yes, FALLSTON offers 100LL fuel.
What is the longest runway at W42?
The longest runway at FALLSTON is 2,200 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at W42 support?
The main runway at FALLSTON supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 12,000 lbs.
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?
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