Davis Monthan Air Force Base
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 50m 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 Davis Monthan Air Force Base
Davis–Monthan Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base 5 miles southeast of downtown Tucson, Arizona. It was established in 1925 as Davis–Monthan Landing Field. The host unit for Davis–Monthan AFB is the 355th Wing assigned to Twelfth Air Force (12AF), part of Air Combat Command (ACC). The base is best known as the location of the Air Force Materiel Command's 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group, the aircraft graveyard for all excess military and U.S. government aircraft and aerospace vehicles.
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Live weather
KDMANOTAMs
KDMAReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 13,643 ft / 4,158 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | TUCSON APP/DEP | 119.400 MHz |
| ACP | COMD POST | 38.130 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.010 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.800 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 23.980 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.220 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.850 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 8 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUCSON DAVIS-MONTHAN-AFB CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 6600 ft MSL |
| TUCSON DAVIS-MONTHAN-AFB CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 4200 ft MSL | 6600 ft MSL |
| TUCSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 6600 ft MSL |
| TUCSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 4200 ft MSL | 6600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLPX-FM (Tucson) | 725 ft | 2,270 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Davis Monthan Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Davis Monthan Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Davis Monthan Air Force Base is KDMA, and its IATA code is DMA.
Where is Davis Monthan Air Force Base located?
Davis Monthan Air Force Base is medium airport located in Tucson, United States, at an elevation of 2,704 ft (824 m).
How many runways does Davis Monthan Air Force Base have?
Davis Monthan Air Force Base has 1 runway, the longest being 13,643 ft / 4,158 m.
What time zone is Davis Monthan Air Force Base in?
Davis Monthan Air Force Base is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Davis Monthan Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Davis Monthan Air Force Base is approximately 9.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Davis Monthan Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Davis Monthan Air Force Base is Tucson International Airport (TUS), about 4.2 nm to the sw, followed by Ryan Field and La Cholla Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Davis Monthan Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.