Raleigh East Airport
Daylight today(Jul 19, 2026, local time)
About 14h 18m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Raleigh East Airport
Raleigh East Airport is a small airport in Knightdale, United States. It sits at an elevation of 313 ft (95 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 3,000 ft / 914 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Phillip R Bunn Airport (51NC), about 5.8 nm to the ne.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 36 ft | Asph-p | Lighted | Open |
| 1 / 19 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 36 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 1,076 ft | 361 ft | — |
| PNC Plaza | 538 ft | 348 ft | — |
| Two Hannover Square | 430 ft | 315 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Capitol Center | 400 ft | 397 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 315 ft | — |
| SkyHouse Raleigh | 262 ft | 354 ft | — |
| Captrust Tower | 259 ft | 410 ft | — |
| Advanced Auto Parts Tower | 256 ft | 364 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Raleigh East Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Raleigh East Airport located?
Raleigh East Airport is small airport located in Knightdale, United States, at an elevation of 313 ft (95 m).
How many runways does Raleigh East Airport have?
Raleigh East Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Raleigh East Airport in?
Raleigh East Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Raleigh East Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Raleigh East Airport is approximately 9.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Raleigh East Airport?
The nearest airport to Raleigh East Airport is Phillip R Bunn Airport (51NC), about 5.8 nm to the ne, followed by Peacock STOLport and Riley Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Raleigh East Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.