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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
VA59
FAA
VA59
Elevation
2,300 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.767, -81.579
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,300 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ATLANTA
Coordinates
36.7666, -81.5790
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at VA59. Showing nearest cameras.
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FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
Highlands
North · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
67 NM away
Smith Reynolds Airport
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
90 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 17 / 35 | 1,400 ft | 40 ft | Turf | - | - | - |
Nearby airports & facilities
VA59
SOUTH FORK FLD
MARION — <1 nm
VA11
White Oak Stand Airport
Chilhowie — 6 nm
VA11
WHITE OAK STAND
CHILHOWIE — 6 nm
KMKJ
MOUNTAIN EMPIRE
MARION/WYTHEVILLE — 13 nm
KJFZ
TAZEWELL COUNTY
RICHLANDS — 21 nm
NC50
SKYLAND
JEFFERSON — 21 nm
NC50
Skyland Airport
Jefferson — 21 nm
KGEV
ASHE COUNTY
JEFFERSON — 22 nm
38VG
CARILION TAZEWELL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
TAZEWELL — 22 nm
38VG
Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital Heliport
Tazewell — 22 nm
VA07
BURKES GARDEN
TAZEWELL — 22 nm
VA07
Burkes Garden Airport
Tazewell — 22 nm
Nearest airports
- VA59 — SOUTH FORK FLD
MARION
- VA11 — White Oak Stand Airport
Chilhowie
- VA11 — WHITE OAK STAND
CHILHOWIE
- KMKJ — MOUNTAIN EMPIRE
MARION/WYTHEVILLE
- KJFZ — TAZEWELL COUNTY
RICHLANDS
Virginia airports
VA59 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
South Fork Field (VA59) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in Marion, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,300 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.7666°N, 81.5790°W.
Runways
South Fork Field has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 1,400 feet by 40 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
South Fork Field is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near South Fork Field, 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 VA59?
VA59 is the FAA location identifier for South Fork Field, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in Marion, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does South Fork Field have?
South Fork Field (VA59) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VA59?
The field elevation of South Fork Field is 2,300 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 VA59?
No fuel types are currently listed for South Fork Field. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at VA59?
The longest runway at South Fork Field is 1,400 feet long.
How do I access complete data for VA59?
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Where is South Fork Field located?
South Fork Field (VA59) is located in Marion, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 2,300 ft MSL.
Does VA59 have weather cameras?
VA59 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.