1
Runway
1
Frequency
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Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
NV72
Elevation
6,837 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.515, -119.214
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
6,837 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
OAKLAND
Coordinates
38.5150, -119.2136
Ownership
Navy
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KHTH 131615Z AUTO 05009KT 10SM CLR 26/M02 A2998 RMK A01
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
50° at 9 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
26°C
Dewpoint
-2°C
Altimeter
1015.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KHTH (35 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:15Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Queen Bee
SouthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
23 NM away
Bald Mtn
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
26 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 3,700 ft | 60 ft | DIRT | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | SWEETWATER (USMC) |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for NV72.
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NV72 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SWEETWATER (USMC) (NV72) is a military airport restricted to private use located in WELLINGTON, Nevada, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 6,837 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.5150°N, 119.2136°W.
Runways
SWEETWATER (USMC) has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 3,700 feet by 60 feet with a dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
SWEETWATER (USMC) 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 SWEETWATER (USMC), 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SWEETWATER (USMC) 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 NV72?
NV72 is the ICAO identifier for SWEETWATER (USMC), a public-use airport located in WELLINGTON, Nevada, United States.
How many runways does SWEETWATER (USMC) have?
SWEETWATER (USMC) (NV72) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of NV72?
The field elevation of SWEETWATER (USMC) is 6,837 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at NV72?
No fuel types are currently listed for SWEETWATER (USMC). Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at NV72?
The current flight category at SWEETWATER (USMC) is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at NV72?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SWEETWATER (USMC).
How do I access complete data for NV72?
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Where is SWEETWATER (USMC) located?
SWEETWATER (USMC) (NV72) is located in WELLINGTON, Nevada, United States, at an elevation of 6,837 ft MSL.
Does NV72 have weather cameras?
NV72 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.