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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
VG42
Elevation
85 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.252, -77.153
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
85 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
37.2524, -77.1527
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
SPECI KRIC 272133Z 20014G21KT 10SM TS FEW009 BKN037CB OVC120 27/21 A2996 RMK AO2 TSB23 OCNL LTGIC S TS S MOV E T02670211
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
200° at 14 kt G21
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
26.7°C
Dewpoint
21.1°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Weather
TS
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KRIC (18 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 21:33Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 2,700 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for VG42.
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VG42 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HENSHAW (VG42) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in HOPEWELL, Virginia, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 85 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.2524°N, 77.1527°W.
Runways
HENSHAW has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 2,700 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
HENSHAW is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at HENSHAW 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 VG42?
VG42 is the ICAO identifier for HENSHAW, a public-use airport located in HOPEWELL, Virginia, United States.
How many runways does HENSHAW have?
HENSHAW (VG42) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of VG42?
The field elevation of HENSHAW is 85 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at VG42?
No fuel types are currently listed for HENSHAW. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at VG42?
The current flight category at HENSHAW is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at VG42?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for HENSHAW.
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Where is HENSHAW located?
HENSHAW (VG42) is located in HOPEWELL, Virginia, United States, at an elevation of 85 ft MSL.