Black Rock City Airport
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About Black Rock City Airport
Black Rock City Airport is a small airport in Gerlach, United States. It sits at an elevation of 3,912 ft (1,192 m) and has 6 runways, the longest 6,022 ft / 1,836 m. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Empire Airport (1A8), about 12.4 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (6)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5L / 23R | 6,022 ft / 1,836 m | 75 ft | Dirt | Lighted | Open |
| 5R / 23L | 6,015 ft / 1,833 m | 75 ft | Dirt | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 5,280 ft / 1,609 m | 50 ft | Dirt | Unlit | Closed |
| H1 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Dirt | Unlit | Open |
| H2 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Dirt | Unlit | Open |
| H3 | 50 ft / 15 m | 50 ft | Dirt | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RENO 0800-1800 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 13000 ft MSL | 17999 ft MSL |
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Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Black Rock City Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Black Rock City Airport located?
Black Rock City Airport is small airport located in Gerlach, United States, at an elevation of 3,912 ft (1,192 m).
How many runways does Black Rock City Airport have?
Black Rock City Airport has 6 runways, the longest being 6,022 ft / 1,836 m.
What time zone is Black Rock City Airport in?
Black Rock City Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Black Rock City Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Black Rock City Airport is approximately 12.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Black Rock City Airport?
The nearest airport to Black Rock City Airport is Empire Airport (1A8), about 12.4 nm to the ssw, followed by Iveson Ranch Airport and Iveson Ranch West Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Black Rock City Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.