Shady Acres Airport

Spanaway, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

3B8

IATA

Elevation

445 ft

Region

US-WA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: 3B8

Local Code: 3B8

Location: 47.0704° N, -122.371002° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Shady Acres Airport (3B8) in Spanaway, US, is a privately owned, public-use residential airpark, not a commercial airport, so traditional traveler reviews are not available. Reviews and experiences primarily come from general aviation pilots visiting for practice or residents who are part of the aviation community. Overall sentiment suggests that it's a challenging but rewarding destination for pilots seeking short-field landing and takeoff experience, while residents highlight its strong community aspect.

What Travelers Love

Excellent for Short-Field Practice: Pilots frequently use the 1,800-foot runway to hone their short-field takeoff and landing skills, often noting it as a valuable training ground.
Unique Airpark Community: The airport is a residential airpark where pilots live with their aircraft, fostering a close-knit, intergenerational community.
Fly Washington Passport Program Stamp: It's a recognized location for the Fly Washington passport program, providing a "passport stamp" for participating pilots.
Friendly Locals: Pilots mention a sense of community and the availability of entertainment for locals during landings.

Common Complaints

Short and Narrow Runway: The runway is 1,800 feet long by 20 feet wide, making landings and takeoffs technically challenging and requiring precision, especially with density altitude considerations.
Obstructions and Airspace Challenges: There are trees, fences, roads, and power poles at both ends of the runway. The airport is also close to McChord Air Force Base (KTCM) Class D airspace, requiring careful navigation.
Lack of Services and Amenities: There is no fuel available on site, and no traditional FBOs offering services like WiFi, crew cars, rental cars, hotels, or restaurants. Pilots need to bring their own tiedowns.
Minimal Facilities: As a residential airpark, there are no terminal facilities in the commercial sense.
Non-Standard Markings and Low Lighting: The runway has non-standard markings and low lighting, which can add to the challenge.

Shady Acres Airport (3B8) is best suited for experienced general aviation pilots looking to refine their short-field techniques and those interested in visiting a unique aviation-focused residential community. Visitors should be prepared for a self-sufficient experience due to the lack of on-site services and the challenging nature of the airstrip.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`16/34`	1800 ft	20 ft	ASPH-G	Active Lighted

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