Chennault International Airport
Daylight today(Sep 3, 2026, local time)
About 12h 43m 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 Chennault International Airport
Chennault International Airport is a public aerospace/industrial complex in Lake Charles, in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is governed by the Chennault International Airport Authority. The facility covers 1,310 acres of land. The main runway is, at 10,702 feet, among the longest along the Gulf Coast.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KCWFNOTAMs
KCWFReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 10,702 ft / 3,262 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | LAKE CHARLES APP/DEP | 119.800 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 120.000 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.650 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.200 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 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)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE CHARLES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 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 Chennault International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chennault International Airport?
The ICAO code for Chennault International Airport is KCWF, and its IATA code is CWF.
Where is Chennault International Airport located?
Chennault International Airport is small airport located in Lake Charles, United States, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Chennault International Airport have?
Chennault International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,702 ft / 3,262 m.
What time zone is Chennault International Airport in?
Chennault International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chennault International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chennault International Airport is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chennault International Airport?
The nearest airport to Chennault International Airport is Chloe Airport (LA21), about 2.7 nm to the n, followed by Morgan Crop Service Airport and Morgan Crop Service Nr 2 Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chennault International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.