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KNQXAIRPORT

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)

KEY WEST, Florida

VFR9 Active NOTAMsUpdated 2h ago5.7 ft MSL

3

Runways

20

Frequencies

0

Procedures

9

NOTAMs

Quick Facts

ICAO

KNQX

FAA

NQX

Elevation

5.7 ft MSL

Runways

3

Frequencies

20

Tower

Yes

Fuel

J5

Coordinates

24.575, -81.687

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

5.7 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

Fuel Types

J5

ARTCC

MIAMI

Coordinates

24.5746, -81.6866

Ownership

Navy

Hours of Operation

1200-0300Z

Current Weather

METAR KEYW 131753Z 24012KT 10SM SCT023 SCT029 BKN043 32/23 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP144 T03170233 10322 20294 58009

Flight Category

VFR

Wind

240° at 12 kt

Visibility

10+ SM

Temperature

31.7°C

Dewpoint

23.3°C

Altimeter

1014.00 inHg

Cloud Cover

BKN

Nearest weather from KEYW (5 NM away)

Observed 2026-05-13 17:53Z

Runways

IDLengthWidthSurfaceLights
04/227,001 ft150 ftPEMHIGH
08/2610,001 ft200 ftPEMHIGH
14/327,000 ft150 ftPEMHIGH

Frequencies

APCH (4)ATIS (1)BASE OPS (1)CD (2)EMERG (2)GND (2)KEY WEST RCAG (2)LCL (4)NQX TACAN (1)PMSV METRO (1)
TypeFrequencyName
APCH/P DEP/P124.025KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
APCH/P DEP/P313.7KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
APCH/S DEP/S289.85KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
APCH/S DEP/SXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
ATISXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
BASE OPSXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
CD/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
CD/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
EMERGXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
EMERGXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
GND/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
GND/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
KEY WEST RCAGXXX.XXXKEY WEST
KEY WEST RCAGXXX.XXXKEY WEST
LCL/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
LCL/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
LCL/PXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
LCL/SXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)
NQX TACANXXX.XXXKEY WEST
PMSV METROXXX.XXXKEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD)

Active NOTAMs

9 ActiveMIL: 9

L0028/26

2026-05-13 19:02 2026-05-15 02:00

M0252/26

2026-05-13 13:59 2026-05-16 13:59

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KNQX Operational Overview

Location & Facility

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) (KNQX) is a military airport restricted to private use located in KEY WEST, Florida, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 5.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 24.5746°N, 81.6866°W.

Runways

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) has 3 runways. The longest runway (04/22) measures 7,001 feet by 150 feet with a pem surface. Other runways include 08/26 (10,001 ft, PEM), 14/32 (7,000 ft, PEM).

Communications & Operations

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 307.025 MHz. A total of 20 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) offers J5 fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Current Conditions

The current flight category at KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA 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 9 active NOTAMs for this facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KNQX?

KNQX is the ICAO identifier for KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD), a public-use airport located in KEY WEST, Florida, United States.

How many runways does KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) have?

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) (KNQX) has 3 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KNQX?

The field elevation of KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) is 5.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL).

Is fuel available at KNQX?

Yes, KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) offers J5 fuel.

What are the current weather conditions at KNQX?

The current flight category at KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.

Are there active NOTAMs at KNQX?

There are currently 9 active NOTAMs for KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD). Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.

How do I access complete data for KNQX?

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Where is KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) located?

KEY WEST NAS (BOCA CHICA FLD) (KNQX) is located in KEY WEST, Florida, United States, at an elevation of 5.7 ft MSL.

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Source: FAA faa-nasr· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated May 12, 03:29 PM UTC
Source: FAA noaa-awc-metar· Updated May 13, 05:53 PM UTCSource: FAA faa-nms-notam· Updated May 13, 05:53 PM UTC