Essex County Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 47m 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 Essex County Airport
Essex County Airport, informally known as Caldwell Airport, is a public use airport located in Fairfield Township, Essex County, New Jersey, 2 nautical miles (3.7 km) north of the central business district of Caldwell, a borough of northwestern Essex County in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is owned by the Essex County Improvement Authority. This facility is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation reliever airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KCDWLive 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.
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▸ displaced | 4,552 ft / 1,387 m | 80 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 3,719 ft / 1,134 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | NEW YORK APP | 127.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 135.500 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.100 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.800 MHz |
| DEP | NEW YORK DEP | 119.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.800 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| CALDWELL CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journal Squared 1 | 574 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Bell Tower | 328 ft | 151 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Essex County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Essex County Airport?
The ICAO code for Essex County Airport is KCDW, and its IATA code is CDW.
Where is Essex County Airport located?
Essex County Airport is small airport located in Caldwell, United States, at an elevation of 173 ft (53 m).
How many runways does Essex County Airport have?
Essex County Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,552 ft / 1,387 m.
What time zone is Essex County Airport in?
Essex County Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Essex County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Essex County Airport is approximately 12.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Essex County Airport?
The nearest airport to Essex County Airport is Lincoln Park Airport (N07), about 4.6 nm to the nnw, followed by Morristown Municipal Airport and Teterboro Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Essex County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.