Additional information
| ICAO | KWAL |
|---|---|
| Category | 2 |
| Level | 1 |
| Name | Wallops Flight Facility |
| City | Wallops I |
| State | Virginia |
| Country | United States |
| Altitude | 40 |
| airport_desc | Wallops Flight Facility, located in Wallops Island, Virginia, United States, is a prominent aerospace and scientific research center operating at an elevation of 40 feet. Managed by NASA, the facility was established in 1945, primarily serving as a site for launching research rockets. Over the decades, it has evolved into a pivotal hub for a variety of scientific endeavors, including aeronautical research, satellite launches, and suborbital missions. Wallops Flight Facility supports a wide range of projects for both government and commercial clients, playing a critical role in advancing space exploration and atmospheric science. |
