Goheen Airport

Common Complaints

• Basic Facilities: As a general aviation airport, there are no traditional terminal facilities, amenities, security checkpoints, or customs/immigration services.
• Turf Runway Characteristics: Runway 15/33 is noted to be "uneven with an incline," and the width over a culvert in the center of the field is 43 feet.
• Runway Obstructions and Hazards: Remarks indicate trees near runway ends, a road intersecting runway 07/25 at its mid-point, a berm at the end of runway 07, and a fence near runway 25.
• Limited Runway Use: Runway 07/25 is designated for "emergency use only."
• No Control Tower or Instrument Procedures: The airport operates without an air traffic control tower, and there are no published instrument procedures, which can limit operations, especially in less-than-ideal weather conditions.
• Limited On-Site Services: While some airframe and powerplant services are available, bulk oxygen is not, and fuel availability is inconsistently reported (some sources say none, one mentions "supposedly there is fuel available"). Parking is limited to tiedowns.

Goheen Airport (W52) is an important local asset for general aviation, offering a friendly, accessible option for pilots in the Battle Ground area. However, prospective users should be aware of its operational limitations, including turf runway characteristics, obstructions, and the absence of extensive commercial airport amenities and services.