1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
VA53
Elevation
22 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.648, -76.433
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
22 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
37.6475, -76.4330
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KFYJ 131715Z AUTO 20011G16KT 170V230 10SM SCT049 23/09 A2997 RMK AO1 T02320092
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
200° at 11 kt G16
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
23.2°C
Dewpoint
9.2°C
Altimeter
1015.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KFYJ (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 150 ft | 150 ft | GRAVEL | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for VA53.
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VA53 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
NICHOLS (VA53) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in WHITE STONE, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 22 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.6475°N, 76.4330°W.
Helipads
NICHOLS has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 150 feet by 150 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
NICHOLS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at NICHOLS 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 VA53?
VA53 is the ICAO identifier for NICHOLS, a public-use airport located in WHITE STONE, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does NICHOLS have?
NICHOLS (VA53) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VA53?
The field elevation of NICHOLS is 22 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at VA53?
No fuel types are currently listed for NICHOLS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at VA53?
The current flight category at NICHOLS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at VA53?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for NICHOLS.
How do I access complete data for VA53?
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Where is NICHOLS located?
NICHOLS (VA53) is located in WHITE STONE, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 22 ft MSL.