Bayside Airport | |
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Summary | |
Operator | Private |
Location | Hingham, Massachusetts |
Built | Unknown |
In use | 193?-1941 |
Occupants | Private |
Elevation AMSL | 32 ft / 10 m |
Coordinates | 42°14′55.20″N70°55′6.81″W / 42.2486667°N 70.9185583°W |
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