1
Runway
4
Frequencies
4
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KFFA
FAA
FFA
Elevation
11.9 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
4
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.018, -75.672
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
11.9 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
WASHINGTON
Coordinates
36.0176, -75.6716
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 03 / 21 | 3,000 ft | 60 ft | ASPH | - | SW (Single Wheel) 10,000 lbs | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 124.725 | CHERRY POINT MCAS (CUNNINGHAM FLD) | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 350.35 | CHERRY POINT MCAS (CUNNINGHAM FLD) | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| CTAF | 122.9 | FIRST FLIGHT | - | CTAF | - |
| FFA AWOS-3 | XXX.XXX | - | - | FFA AWOS-3 | - |
Airport Remarks
- VFR OPS ONLY.
- MAX OF 24 HRS PRKG PMTD. NO MORE THAN TWO OVNGT STAYS PER MONTH.
- SITE OF FIRST FLIGHT BY WRIGHT BROTHERS.
- RESTROOM FAC ON SITE; KEY CODE ACES TO PILOT LOUNGE.
- HANG GLIDING & POWERED HANG GLIDING TO 4000 FT INVOF ARPT FROM SR-SS YEAR ROUND.
- ARPT CLSD 30 MIN AFT SS TIL 30 MIN BEFORE SR.
- 100 FT+ MKD TRANSMISSION PLINES W/HAZARD BALLS, LIGHTS 1300 FT FM THR IN APCH AREA RWY 21; 300 FT TWR AND TANK 1/2 MI N OF RWY 21 THR.
- HOLDLINES RWY 21 ARE 115 FT FM CNTRLN.
- RWY 21 HAS 10 FT DEEP DITCH 400 FT FM THR.
- DEER AND BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
- FOR CD CTC WASHINGTON ARTCC AT 703-771-3587.
- NCDOT DIVISION OF AVIATION COOPERATING AGENCY UNDER MOU; CTC NR 919-814-0550.
- NTL PARKS SVC NR ANSWERED 7 DAYS A WEEK BTWN 0800 TO 1700.
- 10 FT ROAD 125 FT R; 0-200 FT FM THR AND 35 FT TREES 82 FT FM THR OFFSET 206 FT L.
- 37 FT TREES 109 FT FM THR OFFSET 213 FT R.
IFR Procedures
2 Runway, 2 Approaches
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Nearest airports
- NC88 — Outer Banks Heliport
Nags Head
- NC88 — OUTER BANKS
NAGS HEAD
- KMQI — DARE COUNTY RGNL
MANTEO
- MQI — Dare County Regional Airport
Manteo
- NC36 — Cotton Gin Airport
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North Carolina airports
KFFA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FIRST FLIGHT (KFFA) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in KILL DEVIL HILLS, North Carolina, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 11.9 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.0176°N, 75.6716°W.
Runways
FIRST FLIGHT has 1 runway. The longest runway (03/21) measures 3,000 feet by 60 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
FIRST FLIGHT is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 4 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Instrument Procedures
FIRST FLIGHT has 4 published instrument flight procedures, including 2 approaches. 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 KFFA?
KFFA is the ICAO identifier for FIRST FLIGHT, a public-use airport, located in KILL DEVIL HILLS, North Carolina, United States.
How many runways does FIRST FLIGHT have?
FIRST FLIGHT (KFFA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KFFA?
The field elevation of FIRST FLIGHT is 11.9 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.
Is fuel available at KFFA?
No fuel types are currently listed for FIRST FLIGHT. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at KFFA?
The longest runway at FIRST FLIGHT is 3,000 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at KFFA support?
The main runway at FIRST FLIGHT supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 10,000 lbs.
How do I access complete data for KFFA?
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Where is FIRST FLIGHT located?
FIRST FLIGHT (KFFA) is located in KILL DEVIL HILLS, North Carolina, United States, at an elevation of 11.9 ft MSL.