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THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD

ALEXANDER CITY, Alabama

VFR5 Active NOTAMsUpdated 21 min ago685.8 ft MSL

1

Runway

7

Frequencies

0

Procedures

5

NOTAMs

Quick Facts

ICAO

KALX

FAA

ALX

Elevation

685.8 ft MSL

Runways

1

Frequencies

7

Tower

No

Fuel

100LL,A

Coordinates

32.915, -85.963

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

685.8 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

100LL,A

ARTCC

ATLANTA

Coordinates

32.9147, -85.9629

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

0800-1700 (MON-FRI)

Current Weather

METAR KALX 131815Z AUTO 32008KT 10SM OVC047 25/14 A3000 RMK AO2

Flight Category

VFR

Wind

320° at 8 kt

Visibility

10+ SM

Temperature

25°C

Dewpoint

14°C

Altimeter

1016.00 inHg

Cloud Cover

OVC

Observed 2026-05-13 18:15Z

Nearby Weather Cameras

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Runways

IDLengthWidthSurfaceLights
18/365,422 ft96 ftASPHMED

Frequencies

ALX AWOS-3PT (1)APCH (2)COLUMBUS RCAG (2)CTAF (1)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyName
ALX AWOS-3PT118.325-
APCH/P DEP/P121.2MONTGOMERY RGNL (DANNELLY FLD)
APCH/P DEP/P269.05MONTGOMERY RGNL (DANNELLY FLD)
COLUMBUS RCAGXXX.XXXCOLUMBUS
COLUMBUS RCAGXXX.XXXCOLUMBUS
CTAFXXX.XXXTHOMAS C RUSSELL FLD
UNICOMXXX.XXXTHOMAS C RUSSELL FLD

Active NOTAMs

5 ActiveDOM: 5

ALX 26/006

2026-05-09 14:58 2026-06-23 14:58

ALX 26/005

2026-05-07 18:38 2026-09-04 18:38

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KALX Operational Overview

Location & Facility

THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD (KALX) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in ALEXANDER CITY, Alabama, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 685.8 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 32.9147°N, 85.9629°W.

Runways

THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 5,422 feet by 96 feet with a asph surface.

Communications & Operations

THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 7 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Weather Cameras

1 FAA Weather Camera is available near THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD, 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.

Current Conditions

The current flight category at THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations. There are currently 5 active NOTAMs for this facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KALX?

KALX is the ICAO identifier for THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD, a public-use airport located in ALEXANDER CITY, Alabama, United States.

How many runways does THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD have?

THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD (KALX) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KALX?

The field elevation of THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD is 685.8 feet above mean sea level (MSL).

Is fuel available at KALX?

Yes, THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD offers 100LL,A fuel.

What are the current weather conditions at KALX?

The current flight category at THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.

Are there active NOTAMs at KALX?

There are currently 5 active NOTAMs for THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.

How do I access complete data for KALX?

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Where is THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD located?

THOMAS C RUSSELL FLD (KALX) is located in ALEXANDER CITY, Alabama, United States, at an elevation of 685.8 ft MSL.

Does KALX have weather cameras?

KALX does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA faa-nasr· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated May 12, 03:26 PM UTC
Source: FAA noaa-awc-metar· Updated May 13, 06:15 PM UTCSource: FAA faa-nms-notam· Updated May 13, 06:15 PM UTC