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KJKAAIRPORT

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD

GULF SHORES, Alabama

VFR2 Active NOTAMsUpdated 43 min ago17.1 ft MSL

2

Runways

9

Frequencies

0

Procedures

2

NOTAMs

Quick Facts

ICAO

KJKA

FAA

JKA

Elevation

17.1 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

9

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100LL,A+

Coordinates

30.290, -87.672

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

17.1 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

Fuel Types

100LL,A+

ARTCC

JACKSONVILLE

Coordinates

30.2896, -87.6718

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

0600-2200

Current Weather

METAR KJKA 131755Z VRB05G12KT 10SM FEW038 28/19 A2998

Flight Category

VFR

Wind

VRB° at 5 kt G12

Visibility

10+ SM

Temperature

28°C

Dewpoint

19°C

Altimeter

1015.30 inHg

Cloud Cover

FEW

Observed 2026-05-13 17:55Z

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Runways

IDLengthWidthSurfaceLights
09/276,962 ft100 ftASPHHIGH
17/353,596 ft75 ftASPHMED

Frequencies

APCH (2)ATIS (1)CD (2)CTAF (1)GND (1)LCL (1)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyName
APCH/P DEP/P270.8PENSACOLA TRACON
APCH/P DEP/P120.65PENSACOLA TRACON
ATIS134.525GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD
CD/PXXX.XXXGULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD
CD/PXXX.XXXPENSACOLA TRACON
CTAFXXX.XXXGULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD
GND/PXXX.XXXGULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD
LCL/PXXX.XXXGULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD
UNICOMXXX.XXXGULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD

Active NOTAMs

2 ActiveDOM: 2

JKA 26/292

2026-05-12 01:44 2026-05-15 22:00

JKA 26/266

2026-05-10 06:20 2026-06-24 04:00

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KJKA Operational Overview

Location & Facility

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD (KJKA) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in GULF SHORES, Alabama, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 17.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 30.2896°N, 87.6718°W.

Runways

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD has 2 runways. The longest runway (09/27) measures 6,962 feet by 100 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 17/35 (3,596 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 134.525 MHz. A total of 9 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD offers 100LL,A+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Weather Cameras

3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS 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 GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS 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 2 active NOTAMs for this facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KJKA?

KJKA is the ICAO identifier for GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD, a public-use airport located in GULF SHORES, Alabama, United States.

How many runways does GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD have?

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD (KJKA) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KJKA?

The field elevation of GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD is 17.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL).

Is fuel available at KJKA?

Yes, GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD offers 100LL,A+ fuel.

What are the current weather conditions at KJKA?

The current flight category at GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.

Are there active NOTAMs at KJKA?

There are currently 2 active NOTAMs for GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.

How do I access complete data for KJKA?

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Where is GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD located?

GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD (KJKA) is located in GULF SHORES, Alabama, United States, at an elevation of 17.1 ft MSL.

Does KJKA have weather cameras?

KJKA 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, 05:55 PM UTCSource: FAA faa-nms-notam· Updated May 13, 05:55 PM UTC