1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NC72
Elevation
152 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.451, -78.159
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
152 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
35.4510, -78.1594
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KGSB 131755Z 16009KT 120V190 10SM BKN055 BKN180 24/10 A3000 RMK AO2A SLPNO ALSTG ESTMD RVRNO $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
160° at 9 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
24°C
Dewpoint
10°C
Altimeter
1016.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KGSB (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:55Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 2,000 ft | 35 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NC72.
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North Carolina airports
NC72 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HINTON FLD (NC72) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in PRINCETON, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 152 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.4510°N, 78.1594°W.
Runways
HINTON FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (05/23) measures 2,000 feet by 35 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
HINTON FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at HINTON FLD is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NC72?
NC72 is the ICAO identifier for HINTON FLD, a public-use airport located in PRINCETON, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does HINTON FLD have?
HINTON FLD (NC72) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NC72?
The field elevation of HINTON FLD is 152 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NC72?
No fuel types are currently listed for HINTON FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NC72?
The current flight category at HINTON FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NC72?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for HINTON FLD.
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Where is HINTON FLD located?
HINTON FLD (NC72) is located in PRINCETON, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 152 ft MSL.