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Essex Skypark Airport serves Baltimore, US.
Essex Skypark Airport (W48) is a publicly owned general aviation airport located approximately three miles southeast of Baltimore, Maryland, on the Back River,,. It is Baltimore County's last general aviation airport.
- Runways: It features a 2,084 by 28 foot asphalt runway (16/34) and a 3,000 by 300 foot water runway (16W/34W),.
- Operations: The airport is open to the public and is unattended,. It is used by local aviation enthusiasts for single-engine airplanes, ultralights, seaplanes, banner towing, and radio-controlled aircraft.
- Ownership and Management: While publicly owned by Baltimore County, the Essex Skypark Association, Inc. holds a 99-year lease for the airfield and seaplane base, assuming responsibility for its maintenance and operation,.
- Historical Significance/Other Uses: The airport was activated in January 1947. It also hosts the Essex Skypark Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (ESSTEM) Aviation Training Program, a non-profit organization providing aviation-related education and skills training to young adults. Camping is permitted on the field.
*Sources researched: essexskyparkassn.org, nfdc.faa.gov, airnav.com, en.wikipedia.org*
AirportRoutes · updated Jun 21, 2026
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Where is Essex Skypark Airport located?
Essex Skypark Airport is located in Baltimore, US, at an elevation of 15 ft. Its IATA code is — and ICAO code is W48.