1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
VA23
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.119, -76.614
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
15 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
38.1190, -76.6136
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KNHK 131652Z COR 17014G26KT 10SM FEW095 FEW250 23/09 A2995 RMK AO2 PK WND 16028/1611 SLP141 T02280094
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
170° at 14 kt G26
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
22.8°C
Dewpoint
9.4°C
Altimeter
1014.30 inHg
Cloud Cover
FEW
Nearest weather from KNHK (16 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:52Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 2,900 ft | 60 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for VA23.
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VA23 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SANFORD FLD (VA23) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in COLES POINT, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.1190°N, 76.6136°W.
Runways
SANFORD FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 2,900 feet by 60 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
SANFORD FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at SANFORD 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 VA23?
VA23 is the ICAO identifier for SANFORD FLD, a public-use airport located in COLES POINT, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does SANFORD FLD have?
SANFORD FLD (VA23) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VA23?
The field elevation of SANFORD FLD is 15 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at VA23?
No fuel types are currently listed for SANFORD FLD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at VA23?
The current flight category at SANFORD FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at VA23?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SANFORD FLD.
How do I access complete data for VA23?
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Where is SANFORD FLD located?
SANFORD FLD (VA23) is located in COLES POINT, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft MSL.