Waco Regional Airport
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About Waco Regional Airport
Waco Regional Airport is an airport in Waco, McLennan County, Texas. It is owned by the City of Waco.
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Live weather
KACTNOTAMs
KACTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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 | 7,107 ft / 2,166 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,103 ft / 1,555 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 135.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 123.850 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.300 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 126.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | FORT WORTH RDO | 122.150 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 9 of 12 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WACO CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| WACO CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 27% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 74% | -361 ft | |
| Feb | 64% | -109 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | 834 ft | |
| Apr | 70% | 1,157 ft | |
| May | 76% | 1,582 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 2,085 ft | |
| Jul | 92% | 2,160 ft | |
| Aug | 96% | 2,284 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | 1,825 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 1,306 ft | |
| Nov | 76% | 395 ft | |
| Dec | 72% | 48 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-361–2,284 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Waco Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Waco Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Waco Regional Airport is KACT, and its IATA code is ACT.
Where is Waco Regional Airport located?
Waco Regional Airport is medium airport located in Waco, United States, at an elevation of 516 ft (157 m).
How many runways does Waco Regional Airport have?
Waco Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,107 ft / 2,166 m.
Which airlines fly to Waco Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Waco Regional Airport include American Airlines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Waco Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Waco Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Waco Regional Airport in?
Waco Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Waco Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Waco Regional Airport is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Waco Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Waco Regional Airport is Three Ninety-Eighth Airport (98XA), about 3.6 nm to the ene, followed by Tigerbird Field and Cougar Landing Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Waco Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.