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KAFFAIRPORT

USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado

6,576 ft MSL

4

Runways

9

Frequencies

0

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KAFF

FAA

AFF

Elevation

6,576 ft MSL

Runways

4

Frequencies

9

Tower

Yes

Fuel

N/A

Coordinates

38.973, -104.820

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

6,576 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

124.15 MHz

Fuel Types

None listed

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

DENVER

Coordinates

38.9734, -104.8200

Ownership

Air Force

Hours of Operation

SR OR 1345Z++ (MON-THUR)SR OR 1345Z++ (FRI)1430Z++ TO 2130Z++ (SAT)

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Nearby Weather Cameras

No camera at KAFF. Showing nearest cameras.

Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums

FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3

Weather camera at Colorado Springs Muni Airport facing North

Colorado Springs Muni Airport

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

12 NM away

Weather camera at Monument Hill/Kelly Air Park facing North

Monument Hill/Kelly Air Park

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

18 NM away

12 camera angles available

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Source: FAA FAA Weather Cameras

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
09/2709 / 272,493 ft75 ftASPH--14
16C/34C16C / 34C4,501 ft75 ftASPH--15
16L/34R16L / 34R3,513 ft75 ftASPH--15
16R/34L16R / 34L4,500 ft40 ftASPH--11

Frequencies

ATIS (2)CTAF (1)EMERG (2)GND (1)LCL (2)OPS (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
ATIS269.375USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYATISOPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
ATIS128.525USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYATISOPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
CTAF124.15USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD-CTAF-
EMERGXXX.XXXUSAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYEMERGOPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
EMERGXXX.XXXUSAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYEMERGOPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
GND/PXXX.XXXUSAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYGND/POPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
LCL/PXXX.XXXUSAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYLCL/POPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
LCL/PXXX.XXXUSAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYLCL/POPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T
OPSXXX.XXXUSAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELDACADEMYOPSOPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) T

Airport Remarks

  • NO MAINT OR TSNT SVC AVBL.
  • CAUTION: USE CTN FOR UAS OPS 3-6 NM NW SFC-8500 FT MSL OVER USAF ACADEMY PROPERTY.
  • FUEL-A++(MIL)
  • COMSEC STOR UNAVBL.
  • CAUTION: NUMEROUS NSTD MRKS EXIST ON AFLD.
  • SEE SPECIAL NOTICE US AIR FORCE ACADEMY VOLUME FLT TRNG AREAS FOR ADDN INFO.
  • RSTD: AIRFIELD OFFL BUS ONLY. PPR MUST BE COORD 72 HR IN ADVANCE WITH AFLD MGMT, DSN: 333-2526, C:719-333-2526.
  • CAUTION: CEILING MAY BE LOWER TO N, E, AND W DUE TO RISING TERRAIN. HI DENSITY VFR STU PILOT TRNG, GLDR TRNG AND PRCHT OPS FR SFC-17500 FT MSL WI 5 NM OF AFLD. USE CAUTION FOR UAS OPS 3-6 NM NW SFC-8500 FT MSL OVR USAF ACADEMY PROPERTY. AERODROME RWY CC NOT REPORTED.
  • MISC: FULL SVC WX STN OPR H24 WITH AUGMENTED AN/FMQ-19 IN USE. BACKUP WX BRIEFING SVC FR 25 OWS, DAVIS MONTHAN AFB, AZ, DSN 228-6589 OR C520-228-6598.
  • CAUTION: MULT CRANES WI 3 NMR OF KAFF IN NE QUAD UP TO 250 FT AGL (INTERQUEST PKWY AND I-25 AREA).
  • CL D ATC SVS AVAIL DUR AFLD OPR HR. CHECK AFF ATIS AND NOTAMS FOR ADDN CURRENT INFO.
  • CAUTION: HIGH WIND ALERT SYSTEM (HWAS) N OF RWY 09/27 AND E OF TWY A UNLGTD.
  • SERVICE - NO TRAN ALERT OR MAINT SVC.
  • RSTD: UNCTLD ACFT OPS AT DAVIS FLD STRICTLY PROHIBITED WO APVD UNCTLD OPS WAIVER; WAIVER MUST BE ON FILE WITH AMGR.
  • CAUTION: CRANE WITH MAX HGT OF 245 FT LOCTD BY THE US AIR FORCE ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL. EXACT LCTN 38 58 42.42N, 104 51 27.91 W.
  • CLSD SUN & FED HOL.
  • CLSD SUN & FED HOL.
  • (WHICHEVER IS LATER) TO SS OR 0200Z++ (WHICHEVER IS EARLIER).
  • (WHICHEVER IS LATER) TO SS OR 0300Z++ (WHICHEVER IS EARLIER).
  • (WHEN NEC TO SUPPORT 306 FTG FLT OPS); 306TH FTG SUMMER OPS MON-FRI 1300-0200Z++, SAT 1430-2130Z++ (ONLY WHEN NEC TO SUPPORT 306 FTG FLT OPS), CLSD SUN AND FEDERAL HOL.

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KAFF Operational Overview

Location & Facility

USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD (KAFF) is a military airport restricted to private use located in COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 6,576 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.9734°N, 104.8200°W.

Runways

USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD has 4 runways. The longest runway (09/27) measures 2,493 feet by 75 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 16C/34C (4,501 ft, ASPH), 16L/34R (3,513 ft, ASPH), 16R/34L (4,500 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 269.375 MHz. A total of 9 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Weather Cameras

3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KAFF?

KAFF is the ICAO identifier for USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, United States.

How many runways does USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD have?

USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD (KAFF) has 4 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KAFF?

The field elevation of USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD is 6,576 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KAFF?

No fuel types are currently listed for USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.

What is the longest runway at KAFF?

The longest runway at USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD is 4,501 feet long.

How do I access complete data for KAFF?

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Where is USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD located?

USAF ACADEMY DAVIS AIRFIELD (KAFF) is located in COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, United States, at an elevation of 6,576 ft MSL.

Does KAFF have weather cameras?

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:02 AM UTC