KEMV

VFR

EMPORIA-GREENSVILLE RGNL

EMPORIA · VIRGINIA

Elev
126.7'
Longest RWY
5,010'16/34
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR01:35Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KEMV
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,126.7'
MSL · field 126.7' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 34
H/W +0 · X/W 3 kt R

METAR & TAF KEMV

Current METAR

Observed 01:35Z

KEMV 280135Z AUTO 05003KT 10SM CLR 12/05 A3026 RMK AO2 T01150045
Wind
050° @ 3 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
12°C / 5°C
Altimeter
30.26 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
-624 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
3 NM E
VFR sectional
WASHINGTON
ARTCC
ZDC · WASHINGTON
NOTAM facility
EMV (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
BARBARA MOORE
Address
139 AIRPORT DR., EMPORIA VA 23847

Flight service · Hours

FSS DCA
LEESBURG1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0900-1700

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
050° · 3 kt
RWY 34
315°M
Head/Tail
+0 kt
Crosswind
3 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 34

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 34 · 315° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,127 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
16/34Favored135° / 315°5,010 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
16PAPI 2-box left(3°)15', road, 336' from thr, 263' R of cntrln, slope 9
34PAPI 2-box left(3°)34', tree, 699' from thr, 281' R of cntrln, slope 14

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

ILS · 1

RWY 34
LE · CAT I
EMV
108.75
LOC RWY 34
KEMV · IAP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
100LLA
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Other services
AGRI

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
  • Hangar
Landing fee
No fee published
Customs
Not available
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted
Segmented circle
Yes

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • Deer are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery contact Washington ARTCC at 703-771-3587.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Activate REIL on runways 16 and 34 and MIRL on runways 16/34 via CTAF. PAPI on runways 16 and 34 operate continuously.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 16Runway 16 PAPI is unusable beyond 7 degrees left and right of the centerline.Show FAA
  • 34Runway 34 PAPI is unusable beyond 8 degrees right of the centerline.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Prior to 1959.Show FAA
  • Traffic pattern altitude is 1000 feet for light aircraft and 1500 feet for heavy aircraft.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · KEMV

Answer card
ICAO
KEMV
Name
EMPORIA-GREENSVILLE RGNL
Location
EMPORIA, VIRGINIA
Elevation
126.7 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,126.7 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
16/34 · 5,010 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
10°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
050° at 3 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 34

Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport sits in Emporia, Virginia. The field elevation is 126.7 ft MSL. It has one runway, 16/34, at 5,010 ft. There is no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 123.0. The airport has one ILS approach for runway 34. The published pattern altitude is 1,000 ft AGL for light aircraft. Heavy aircraft use 1,500 ft AGL.

The on-field FBO is Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (434) 634-3696 for current service details before you go. Published remarks note deer on and near the airport, so keep a sharp scan on taxi, takeoff and landing. Lighting is pilot-controlled on CTAF. REIL is available on runways 16 and 34. MIRL is also activated via CTAF. The PAPI is on continuously. The runway 16 PAPI is unusable beyond 7 degrees left and right of centerline. The runway 34 PAPI is unusable beyond 8 degrees right of centerline.

For a first-time arrival, the big items are the non-towered setup, the single runway and the wildlife hazard. Use the published pattern altitude. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for any updated remarks before departure. If you need clearance delivery, the published contact is Washington ARTCC at 703-771-3587.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KEMV?
The published pattern altitude is 1,000 ft AGL for light aircraft. Heavy aircraft use 1,500 ft AGL.
Does KEMV have a control tower?
No. KEMV is non-towered. CTAF and UNICOM are both 123.0.
What runway is longest at Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport?
Runway 16/34 is the only runway. It is 5,010 ft long and asphalt.
Is there an ILS at KEMV?
Yes. The airport has one ILS approach. It serves runway 34.
Which FBO is on the field at KEMV?
Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport is listed on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (434) 634-3696 for current details before arrival.
How do you activate the runway lights at KEMV?
Lighting is pilot-controlled on CTAF 123.0. REIL is available on runways 16 and 34. MIRL on 16/34 is also activated via CTAF.
Are there any runway lighting or PAPI issues at KEMV?
Yes. The runway 16 PAPI is unusable beyond 7 degrees left and right of centerline. The runway 34 PAPI is unusable beyond 8 degrees right of centerline.
What should a first-time pilot watch for at KEMV?
Deer are on and near the airport. Keep a close scan on taxi, takeoff and landing. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement before flight for any updated remarks.

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