Artesia Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 3, 2026, local time)
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About Artesia Municipal Airport
Artesia Municipal Airport is a city-owned, public-use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) west of the central business district of Artesia, a city in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States. It is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KATSNOTAMs
KATSReference 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 | 6,800 ft / 2,073 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 6,132 ft / 1,869 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ROSWELL APP/DEP | 119.600 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 126.725 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALON HIGH A 0700-2200 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 12500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| TALON HIGH B 0700-2200 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 12500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| TALON LOW A 0700-2200 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 500 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Artesia Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Artesia Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Artesia Municipal Airport is KATS, and its IATA code is ATS.
Where is Artesia Municipal Airport located?
Artesia Municipal Airport is small airport located in Artesia, United States, at an elevation of 3,541 ft (1,079 m).
How many runways does Artesia Municipal Airport have?
Artesia Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,800 ft / 2,073 m.
What time zone is Artesia Municipal Airport in?
Artesia Municipal Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Artesia Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Artesia Municipal Airport is approximately 6.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Artesia Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Artesia Municipal Airport is Devil Dusters Airport (US-6361), about 2.5 nm to the wsw, followed by 2x4 Ranch Airport and Champion Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Artesia Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.