Cavern City Air Terminal
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About Cavern City Air Terminal
Cavern City Air Terminal is a public use airport in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States. It is owned by the city of Carlsbad and located five nautical miles southwest of its central business district. The airport is served by one commercial airline, with scheduled passenger service subsidized by the Essential Air Service program.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KCNMLive 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 7,854 ft / 2,394 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14R / 32L | 5,837 ft / 1,779 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 5,334 ft / 1,626 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14L / 32R | 4,616 ft / 1,407 m | 150 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 118.375 MHz |
| CNTR | ALBUQUERQUE CNTR | 135.875 MHz |
| RDO | ALBUQUERQUE RDO | 122.650 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (5)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARLSBAD CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| 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 |
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 Cavern City Air Terminal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cavern City Air Terminal?
The ICAO code for Cavern City Air Terminal is KCNM, and its IATA code is CNM.
Where is Cavern City Air Terminal located?
Cavern City Air Terminal is medium airport located in Carlsbad, United States, at an elevation of 3,295 ft (1,004 m).
How many runways does Cavern City Air Terminal have?
Cavern City Air Terminal has 4 runways, the longest being 7,854 ft / 2,394 m.
Which airlines fly to Cavern City Air Terminal?
Airlines historically serving Cavern City Air Terminal include Pacific Wings (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cavern City Air Terminal?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Cavern City Air Terminal. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cavern City Air Terminal in?
Cavern City Air Terminal is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cavern City Air Terminal?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cavern City Air Terminal is approximately 6.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cavern City Air Terminal?
The nearest airport to Cavern City Air Terminal is Seven Rivers Airport (62NM), about 17.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Buffalo Grass Airport and 2x4 Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cavern City Air Terminal data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.