2
Runways
19
Frequencies
5
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KTCM
FAA
TCM
Elevation
322 ft MSL
Runways
2
Frequencies
19
Tower
Yes
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
47.138, -122.476
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
322 ft MSL
Control Tower
Yes
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
SEATTLE
Coordinates
47.1377, -122.4765
Ownership
Air Force
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at KTCM. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
Tacoma Narrows
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
10 NM away
Pierce County
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
11 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 162/342 | 162 / 342 | 3,000 ft | 60 ft | ASPH | - | - | - |
| 16/34 | 16 / 34 | 10,108 ft | 150 ft | ASPH-CONC | HIGH | - | 60 |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCP | 349.4 | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | ALCP | 24 |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 377.15 | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | MCCHORD | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 126.5 | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | MCCHORD | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| COMD POST | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD)UHF PRIM. | MCCHORD | COMD POST | 24 |
| D-ATIS | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | D-ATIS | 24 |
| D-ATIS | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | D-ATIS | 24 |
| EMERG | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | EMERG | 24 |
| EMERG | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | EMERG | 24 |
| GLASR STAR | XXX.XXX | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | MCCHORD | GLASR STAR | - |
| GLASR STAR | XXX.XXX | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | MCCHORD | GLASR STAR | - |
| GND/P | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | GND/P | 24 |
| GND/P | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | GND/P | 24 |
| JAWBN STAR | XXX.XXX | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | MCCHORD | JAWBN STAR | - |
| JAWBN STAR | XXX.XXX | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | MCCHORD | JAWBN STAR | - |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | LCL/P | 24 |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | LCL/P | 24 |
| PMSV METRO | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD)WX SVC AVBL H24 EXC DUR AFLD/TWR CLOSURE. DSN 382-3434/2112, C253-982-3434/2112. ALL OBS PROVIDED BY AN/FMQ-19 AUTOMATED OBSERVING SYS; AUGMENTED BY HUMAN OBSN WHEN NEC. FULL SVC PMSV AVBL VIA PHONE PATCH WITH COMD POST. TRAN AIRCREW CTC 25 OWS DUR AFLD CLOSURE TO REQUEST WX BRIEFING DSN 228-6598, OR C520-228-6598. WHEN POSSIBLE PROVIDE 3 HR PN FOR ALL RQR BRIEFINGS. | MCCHORD | PMSV METRO | 24 |
| PTD | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) | MCCHORD | PTD | 24 |
| TCM TACAN | XXX.XXX | MCCHORD | - | TCM TACAN | - |
Airport Remarks
- JASU: (MD-3M) 1(MD-3) 1(MA-1A) (AM32A-60) 1(MC-11).
- FLUID: SP PRESAIR DE-ICE-EXP 3 HR DELAY. LHOX LOX.
- OIL: O-128-133-148-156 SOAP - RESULTS RQR 24 HR, 1530-0030Z++ WKD EXC HOL, RESULTS NOT AVBL OT. TRAN ACFT REQ SOAP WILL ARR WITH HISTORICAL ENG SOAP DATA FOR TREND ANALYSIS.
- TRAN ALERT: OPR H24. DELAYS CAN BE EXP. PRK LTD. ALL TRAN ACFT RQR TRAN ALERT FOLLOW ME ASSISTANCE.
- AMP-1/AMP-3 OVERT/COVERT ASSAULT ZONE LGTS INSTL IN MIDDLE 5000 FT RY 16/34.SEE AP/1.
- RSTD: ALL ACFT INC SKED AMC MSN RQR PPR 24 HR PRIOR TO ARR. PPR'S EFFECTIVE +/- 1 HR. TRAN ACFT PARK EXTREMELY LTD. MSN PLANNERS MUST CTC AMOPS WHEN USING MCCHORD AS DIVERT BASE. AMPOS DSN 382-5611, C253-982-5611. ACFT RON MORE THAN 3 DAYS AND/OR RQR OTHER THAN NORMAL TRANS SVC MUST CTC 62 AW/XP, 253-982-5890. ALL INBD ACFT MUST CTC COMD POST (RAINIER OPS) NO LATER THAN 30 MIN PRIOR TO LDG.
- RSTD: AMC ACFT OPR RSTD DUR BIRD WATCH COND MODERATE (TKOF AND LDG PERMS ONLY WHEN DEP/ARR RTE AVOID IDENT BIRD ACT, NO LCL IFR/VFR TFC PAT ACT) AND SEVERE (TKOF AND LDG PROHWO OG/CC APVL), CTC PTD/ATIS/COMD POST FOR CURRENT BIRD WATCH COND.
- RSTD: TRAN AIRCREWS CONDUCTING LCL AREA LO-LEVEL TRNG MSN MUST RCV LCL PRO/RSTD BRIEFING FR 62 OSS/OSK AT DSN 382-3615, C253-982-3615.
- CAUTION: WHEN PERFORMING PRE-TKOF ENG RUNUP, ALIGN ACFT SO THAT DEBRIS IS NOT BLOWN TOWARD ADTAC ALERT HGR OR ADJ ACFT PRK RAMP. DUR VFR COND, ACFT MAKING LO APCH, NML TKOF, TOUCH AND GO LDG, OR MISSED APCH REMAIN AT OR BLW 1800 FT TIL DEP END OF THE RWY.
- TFC PAT: BEFORE LDG MAINT TFC PAT ALT COMMENSURATE WITH SAFETY AS LONG AS PRACTICABLE. RECTANGULAR 1800', OVERHEAD 2300'.
- CSTMS/AG/IMG: CSTMS AVBL, 1 HR PN RQR WKD 1600-0100Z++, OT 2 HR PN RQR. IMG ON CALL 24 HR PN DESIRED, 4 HR PN RQR. UNSKED ACFT ARR BTN 0900Z-1400Z++ MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYS FOR CSTMS/AG/IMG INSP.
- ATIS PHONE NUMBER C 253-982-2847. DSN 382-2847. DIGITAL-ATIS, DATA LINK ENABLED.
- FUEL: A++
- CAUTION: 1,000 FT RWY 16-34 IS CONCRETE; RWY IS GROOVED. RWY MRKD WITH WHITE NON-REFLECTIVE 90 FT X 3500 FT VFR DAY TIME ASSAULT LDG ZONE.
- RWY COND CODES (RWYCC) UNAVBL
- VOR OTS UFN
- ALL TWY EDGE LGT AND RWY 16-34 EDGE, CNTRLN, TDZ LGT EQUIPPED WITH NTSD LED FIXTURES MAY NOT BE COMPATIBLE WITH ALL NVDS OR ENHANCED FLIGHT VISION SYSTEMS.
- ONE HR NTC RQR FOR CSTMS.
- HOOK BAK-12B(B) (2450 FT).
- HOOK BAK-12B(B) (1668 FT).
IFR Procedures
4 STARs, 1 SIDs
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KGRF
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- 1WA8 — MADIGAN HOSPITAL
FORT LEWIS
- GRF — GRAY AAF (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD)
FORT LEWIS/TACOMA
Washington airports
KTCM Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) (KTCM) is a military airport restricted to private use located in TACOMA, Washington, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 322 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 47.1377°N, 122.4765°W.
Runways
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) has 2 runways. The longest runway (162/342) measures 3,000 feet by 60 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 16/34 (10,108 ft, ASPH-CONC).
Communications & Operations
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) is a towered airport. A total of 19 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Instrument Procedures
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) has 5 published instrument flight procedures, 1 SID (Standard Instrument Departure), and 4 STARs (Standard Terminal Arrival Routes). 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.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD), 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KTCM?
KTCM is the ICAO identifier for MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD), a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in TACOMA, Washington, United States.
How many runways does MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) have?
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) (KTCM) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KTCM?
The field elevation of MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) is 322 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 KTCM?
No fuel types are currently listed for MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD). Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at KTCM?
The longest runway at MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) is 10,108 feet long.
How do I access complete data for KTCM?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD).
Where is MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) located?
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD) (KTCM) is located in TACOMA, Washington, United States, at an elevation of 322 ft MSL.
Does KTCM have weather cameras?
KTCM does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.