Hemlock Airport - Oa07 in Rock Creek, Ohio

Flying Among Ohio's Hardwoods: Hemlock Airport (OA07)

Hemlock Airport, identified by the FAA code OA07, is a small private general aviation airstrip in Ohio whose name evokes the wooded terrain characteristic of many rural Ohio counties. Facilities bearing names like Hemlock Airport typically occupy farmland or forested clearings and serve the personal aviation needs of their owners and invited guests. This is not a public airport, and visitors should not expect the infrastructure — fuel, hangars, or FBO services — associated with public-use fields.

The FAA identifier OA07 marks this as one of many personal or farm-use airstrips recorded in Ohio's robust general aviation registry. Pilots familiar with backcountry flying will recognize the character of this type of field: a cleared strip, likely grass or gravel, well suited to taildraggers and light sport aircraft that can operate comfortably in confined spaces among trees and terrain features.

Frequently Asked Questions: Hemlock Airport (OA07)

Is Hemlock Airport (OA07) a public-use airfield?

No. Hemlock Airport is a private-use airstrip registered with the FAA under identifier OA07. It is not open to general public aviation traffic. Pilots wishing to use the field must obtain explicit prior permission from the owner, and landing without permission is a violation of both FAA regulations and private property rights.

What type of aircraft can operate at a strip like Hemlock Airport?

Private strips in wooded or rural Ohio settings are typically limited to light single-engine aircraft — Cessna 150/172s, Piper Cubs, or light sport aircraft. Short field performance and low stall speeds are important at grass or unpaved strips like this one, where runway length and surface conditions vary with weather and season.

How do I find the nearest public airport to Hemlock Airport OA07?

The FAA's online airport search and resources like SkyVector or ForeFlight allow pilots to search for public-use airports by location. Typing the coordinates or nearby city name will identify the closest public general aviation fields in Ohio where fuel, tie-downs, and services are available to all visiting pilots.

Is Hemlock Airport listed in official FAA charts?

Private airstrips registered with the FAA, including Hemlock Airport (OA07), are included in the FAA's airport database and appear on sectional aeronautical charts. However, they are depicted with different symbology than public airports, indicating their restricted access status. Pilots should check current NOTAMs and sectional notes before planning any approach.