Carson Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 3m 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 Carson Airport
Carson Airport is three miles northeast of Carson City, the capital of Nevada, United States. It is operated by the Carson City Airport Authority. The FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2009–2013 categorized it as a reliever airport.
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Live weather
KCXPNOTAMs
KCXPReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 6,101 ft / 1,860 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.925 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Carson Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Carson Airport?
The ICAO code for Carson Airport is KCXP, and its IATA code is CSN.
Where is Carson Airport located?
Carson Airport is medium airport located in Carson City, United States, at an elevation of 4,697 ft (1,432 m).
How many runways does Carson Airport have?
Carson Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,101 ft / 1,860 m.
What time zone is Carson Airport in?
Carson Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Carson Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Carson Airport is approximately 12.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Carson Airport?
The nearest airport to Carson Airport is Parker Carson Airport (2Q5), about 2.4 nm to the e, followed by Bailey Ranch Airport and Dayton Valley Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Carson Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.