Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 59m 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 Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is a public airport six miles (10 km) east of downtown Amarillo, in Potter County, Texas, United States. The airport was renamed in 2003 after NASA astronaut and Amarillo native Rick Husband, who died in the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster in February of that year.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KAMANOTAMs
KAMAReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 13,502 ft / 4,115 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 7,901 ft / 2,408 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 121.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.850 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.650 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | FORT WORTH RDO | 122.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Reserved parking is now available.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Showing 8 of 21 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMARILLO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 7600 ft MSL |
| AMARILLO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 4800 ft MSL | 7600 ft MSL |
| AMARILLO 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 18% of observations, averaging 13 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87% | 2,681 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 2,835 ft | |
| Mar | 88% | 3,693 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | 4,188 ft | |
| May | 84% | 4,670 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 5,318 ft | |
| Jul | 97% | 5,537 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 5,475 ft | |
| Sep | 92% | 4,976 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 4,151 ft | |
| Nov | 86% | 3,386 ft | |
| Dec | 90% | 3,032 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,681–5,537 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 3,478 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,471 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,445 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,593 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,461 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,491 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,497 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,465 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is KAMA, and its IATA code is AMA.
Where is Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport located?
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is medium airport located in Amarillo, United States, at an elevation of 3,607 ft (1,099 m).
How many runways does Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport have?
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 13,502 ft / 4,115 m.
Which airlines fly to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport include AirTran Airways, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport in?
Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is approximately 5.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport?
The nearest airport to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is Tradewind Airport (TDW), about 6.5 nm to the wsw, followed by Palo Duro Airport and River Falls Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.