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KGXFAIRPORT

GILA BEND AF AUX

GILA BEND, Arizona

881 ft MSL

1

Runway

9

Frequencies

0

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KGXF

FAA

GXF

Elevation

881 ft MSL

Runways

1

Frequencies

9

Tower

Yes

Fuel

A++

Coordinates

32.888, -112.720

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

881 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

Fuel Types

A++

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

ALBUQUERQUE

Coordinates

32.8878, -112.7196

Ownership

Air Force

Hours of Operation

DURG SKED RNG PERIODS ONLY

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
17/3517 / 358,503 ft150 ftASPHMED-43

Frequencies

APCH (2)EMERG (2)GND (1)LCL (2)RANGE CTL (2)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
APCH/P DEP/P125.45LUKE AFBGILA BENDAPCH/P DEP/P-
APCH/P DEP/P263.125LUKE AFBGILA BENDAPCH/P DEP/P-
EMERG243.0GILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDEMERGOPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND
EMERGXXX.XXXGILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDEMERGOPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND
GND/PXXX.XXXGILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDGND/POPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND
LCL/PXXX.XXXGILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDLCL/POPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND
LCL/PXXX.XXXGILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDLCL/POPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND
RANGE CTLXXX.XXXGILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDRANGE CTLOPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND
RANGE CTLXXX.XXXGILA BEND AF AUXGILA BENDRANGE CTLOPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI, 1500-2359Z WKEND

Airport Remarks

  • RSTD: UNLGT HELIS LTD UH-60 OR SMALLER; DAY VFR USE WO AMGR APVL.
  • RSTD: 24 HR PPR FOR LNDG - 56 RMO/QAE D896-5261; EXC EMERG, DIVERT OR SKED RANGE OPS.
  • CTN: TWY A 50 FT WIDE 25 FT SHOULDERS; C-130 IDLE OUTBOARD ENG.
  • CTN: OUTSIDE TXLS ON N & S TURN AROUND & PRKG RAMP NONSTD - 20 FT TO EDGE.
  • SVC LGT: NON STD/COINCIDENT NGT VISION INFRA RED LGT 1000-7000 FT FM THR. NGT VISION PPR.
  • MISC: NSTD LGT BOTH OVRNS: FIVE RED PRE THR LGTS EACH SIDE 100 FT FM THR; 3 RED, 5 WHITE & 3 RED LGT TRMTG BAR N & S END ON CNTRLN 200 FT FM THR.
  • CTN: UNLGTD OBST ON AFLD. WHEN AFLD LGTS OFF, OB LGTS ON BAK-12 SHELTERS AND WIND CONE UNIT.
  • NSTD RWY ELEV SIGN AT TWY A.
  • MISC: NO HAZ CARGO PAD AVBL.
  • CLASS D SVC OPR 1430-0630Z MON-FRI; 1500-2359Z WKEND; CLSD HOL; OTR TIME CLASS G.
  • CTN: 3 RAMP LGT POLES 100 FT FM EDGE OF PRK RAMP.
  • FOR CD CTC LUKE APCH AT 623-856-7361. IF UNA, CTC PHOENIX APCH AT 602-306-2565.
  • SVC: A-GEAR RWY 17/35 APCH & DEP END BAK-12B(B) IN RAISED POSN WITH 8 PT TIE-DOWNS; S BAK-12B(B) (1201 FT), N BAK-12B(B) (1238 FT), DEP END E-5 (IN OVRN) IN RAISED POSN.
  • CTN: RWY EDGE LGTS NOT ALIGND WITH OUTBOARD EDGE OF RWY END LGTS.
  • CTN: E-5 A-G CABLE 1 FT FM THR.
  • SVC LGT: RWY EDGE LGTS LTD TO MIRLS. USE CTN FOR NSTD, NON-COINCIDENTAL FRANGIBLE INFRA-RED LGT LCTD BTN 1000 FT AND 7000 FT FR LDG THLD.
  • TRAN ALERT: FLW ME SVC AVBL. TSNT PRKG, AGE, FLEET SVC LTD; 24 HR PPR - AMOPS D896-5258/C623-856-5258.
  • CLSD HOL.
  • 623-856-5264
  • CTN: UNEVEN SFC; MAY CAUSE TAIL HOOK TO SKIP OVR CABLE. SHELTERS 200 FT FM RWY CNTRLN. MID TWO TIE DOWN BOLTS ON CABLE 9.375 FT APART; 7.5 FT RQR.
  • CTN: UNEVEN SFC; MAY CAUSE TAIL HOOK TO SKIP OVR CABLE. SHELTERS 200 FT FM RWY CNTRLN. MID TWO TIE DOWN BOLTS ON CABLE 9.375 FT APART; 7.5 FT RQR.
  • JAA; UNSUPVR RFL SVC AVBL F-35, F-16, A-10; QUALIFIED SUPVR MUST BE PRVDD.
  • CTN: BA POOR WHEN WET.
  • RSTD: BACK TAXI RQRD WHEN LDG.
  • FIRST 1444 FT RWY 17 & FIRST 1401 FT RWY 35 GROOVED CONC.

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KGXF Operational Overview

Location & Facility

GILA BEND AF AUX (KGXF) is a military airport restricted to private use located in GILA BEND, Arizona, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 881 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 32.8878°N, 112.7196°W.

Runways

GILA BEND AF AUX has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 8,503 feet by 150 feet with a asph surface.

Communications & Operations

GILA BEND AF AUX is a towered airport. A total of 9 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

GILA BEND AF AUX offers A++ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KGXF?

KGXF is the ICAO identifier for GILA BEND AF AUX, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in GILA BEND, Arizona, United States.

How many runways does GILA BEND AF AUX have?

GILA BEND AF AUX (KGXF) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KGXF?

The field elevation of GILA BEND AF AUX is 881 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.

Is fuel available at KGXF?

Yes, GILA BEND AF AUX offers A++ fuel.

What is the longest runway at KGXF?

The longest runway at GILA BEND AF AUX is 8,503 feet long.

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Where is GILA BEND AF AUX located?

GILA BEND AF AUX (KGXF) is located in GILA BEND, Arizona, United States, at an elevation of 881 ft MSL.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:01 AM UTC