3
Runways
20
Frequencies
2
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KNQX
FAA
NQX
Elevation
5.7 ft MSL
Runways
3
Frequencies
20
Tower
Yes
Fuel
J5
Coordinates
24.575, -81.687
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
5.7 ft MSL
Control Tower
Yes
Fuel Types
J5
ARTCC
MIAMI
Coordinates
24.5746, -81.6866
Ownership
Navy
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 04 / 22 | 7,001 ft | 150 ft | PEM | HIGH | - | 40 |
| 08/26 | 08 / 26 | 10,001 ft | 200 ft | PEM | HIGH | - | 53 |
| 14/32 | 14 / 32 | 7,000 ft | 150 ft | PEM | HIGH | - | 47 |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 124.025 | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | APCH/P DEP/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 313.7 | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | APCH/P DEP/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| APCH/S DEP/S | 289.85 | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | APCH/S DEP/S | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| APCH/S DEP/S | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | APCH/S DEP/S | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| ATIS | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | ATIS | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| BASE OPS | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | BASE OPS | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| CD/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | CD/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| CD/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | CD/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| EMERG | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | EMERG | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| EMERG | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | EMERG | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| GND/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | GND/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| GND/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | GND/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| KEY WEST RCAG | XXX.XXX | KEY WESTAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY KEY WEST NAS OT MIAMI ARTCC ON FREQS 133.5/306.9 (KEY WEST RCAG) WHEN NAVY KEY WEST APCH CTL CLSD. | NAVY KEY WEST | KEY WEST RCAG | - |
| KEY WEST RCAG | XXX.XXX | KEY WESTAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY KEY WEST NAS OT MIAMI ARTCC ON FREQS 133.5/306.9 (KEY WEST RCAG) WHEN NAVY KEY WEST APCH CTL CLSD. | NAVY KEY WEST | KEY WEST RCAG | - |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)FIELD CARRIER LANDING PACTICE. | NAVY KEY WEST | LCL/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | LCL/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | LCL/P | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| LCL/S | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | LCL/S | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
| NQX TACAN | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST | - | NQX TACAN | - |
| PMSV METRO | XXX.XXX | KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) | NAVY KEY WEST | PMSV METRO | 1200-0300Z++, OTHER TIMES BY NOTAM. |
Airport Remarks
- A-GEAR: ALL E-28(B) SHORT FLD A-G IN RAISED POSN. EXC SHORT FLD A-G DUTY RWY DERIGGED.
- JASU: (NC-10) (MSU-200)
- FLUID: SP
- OIL: -O-128-156
- RSTD: UNLGTD RAMP PARL TO TWY L.
- TFC PAT: REDUCED RWY SEPARATION STD IN EFF USN/USMC ACFT.
- CSTMS/AG/IMG: AVLB 1200-2000Z++ MON - SAT, WITH PRIOR COORDINATION. ACFT REQ INSPECTIONS MUST ANNOTATE ON PPR AND NOTIFY NAVY APP WHEN IN RDO CTC WITH UPDATED ETA AND REQUEST CSTMS COORDINATION, FAILURE MAY CAUSE UNDUE DELAYS WITH CSTMS LIMITED RESOURCES.
- RSTD: PPR CTC AIR TERMINAL DSN 483-2769/2779, 305-293-2769/2779, FAX DSN 483-2355, C305-293-2355.
- CAUTION: UNLGT RAMP PARL TO TWY I; R2916 TETHERED AEROSTAT RADAR SYSTEM OPS CONT TO 14000; KEY WEST NAS & KEY WEST INTL HAVE ADJ CLASS D; CIVIL TFC SW & NW SECTS KEY WEST NAS CLASS D; BIRD HAZ; UNMRK/UNLGT TWY OBSTN.
- HAZARDOUS CARGO, TRANSIENT RAMP, AND FIGHTER RAMP LABELS.
- HOT CARGO PAD UNLIT; DAY USE ONLY.
- RSTD: PPR IS VALID FOR +/- 1 HR OF PROPOSED ETA. IF OUTSIDE OF ETA SLOT, CTC AIR TRML TO UPDATE PPR.
- MISC: FIGHTER ACFT OPS DLY M-SA 0800-1700. TRAN ACFT PRAC APCH NOT TO INTERFERE BASIS; PPR FOR COPTER LDG TRUMBO PT - CTC BASE OPS 15 MIN PRIOR TO ETA.
- SAR ONLY AVBL ON SAT-SUN WITH PRIOR CDN AND SKED ASP BY FRI PRIOR TO 1300Z++.
- TRAN ALERT: EXP SVC DELAYS; NO PRIORITY BASIS; LTD MAINT 1200-2100Z++ MON-FRI; TRANS ACFT RQRG FUEL PRVD QLFYD PSNL; FLEET SVC, POTABLE WATER & BASE TRNSPN NA; CLSD FED HOL.
- RSTD: CIV ACFT LDG PMT INFO - AMGR 305-293-2250; 305-293-2779.
- CAUTION: RWY 04/22, 7 FT OBST 87 FT WEST OF CNTRLN. FLOLS. 758 FT FM APCH END RWY 04, DER RWY 22. ONLY C-130 (WINGSPAN 32 FT) TYPE ACFT OR SMLR MAY OPR FOR LDG AND TKOF. ALL ACFT MAY TAXI DOWN RWY 22 TIL THE DER A-G.
- MISC: EV THU ALL APCHS PRIOR TO 1030L WILL BE IAW IFR PROCS.
- AVBL DURG OPS HRS.
- OT BY NOTAM; CTC ATC, C305-293-2770. FOR AIR SERVICES OR PPRS CONTACT C305-293-2779.
- HOOK E28(B) (1500 FT)
- HOOK E28(B) (1500 FT)
- HOOK E28(B) (1135 FT)
- HOOK E28(B) (1202 FT)
- HOOK E28(B) (1501 FT)
- HOOK E28(B) (1501 FT)
- AVBL 1100-0400Z++MON-SAT, SUN 1400-0000Z++.
IFR Procedures
2 STARs
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Nearest airports
- NQX — KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
KEY WEST
- 4FA4 — George Skoko Heliport
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- 4FA4 — GEORGE SKOKO
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- 7FA0 — Lower Keys Medical Center Heliport
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- 7FA0 — LOWER KEYS MEDICAL CENTER
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KNQX Operational Overview
Location & Facility
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) (KNQX) is a military airport restricted to private use located in KEY WEST, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 5.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 24.5746°N, 81.6866°W.
Runways
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) has 3 runways. The longest runway (04/22) measures 7,001 feet by 150 feet with a pem surface. Other runways include 08/26 (10,001 ft, PEM), 14/32 (7,000 ft, PEM).
Communications & Operations
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 307.025 MHz. A total of 20 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) offers J5 fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Instrument Procedures
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) has 2 published instrument flight procedures, and 2 STARs (Standard Terminal Arrival Routes). These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KNQX?
KNQX is the ICAO identifier for KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD), a public-use airport located in KEY WEST, Florida, United States.
How many runways does KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) have?
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) (KNQX) has 3 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KNQX?
The field elevation of KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) is 5.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KNQX?
Yes, KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) offers J5 fuel.
What is the longest runway at KNQX?
The longest runway at KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) is 10,001 feet long.
How do I access complete data for KNQX?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD).
Where is KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) located?
KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) (KNQX) is located in KEY WEST, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 5.7 ft MSL.