David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 41m 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 David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport
David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport is a public-use airport located near the city of Tomball in unincorporated Harris County, Texas. It is 23 miles (37 km) northwest of the central business district of Houston. It is the busiest general aviation airport in Texas and one of the busiest general aviation airports in the United States. The airport is privately owned by Northwest Airport Management, LP.
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Live weather
KDWHNOTAMs
KDWHReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17R / 35L▸ displaced | 7,009 ft / 2,136 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17L / 35R | 3,500 ft / 1,067 m | 35 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
| 17W / 35W | 2,530 ft / 771 m | 100 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HOUSTON APP/DEP | 119.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.950 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.450 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.400 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)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 15 of 38 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON DAVID WAYNE HOOKS MEMORIAL AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allison Tower | 440 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Hackett Tower | 430 ft | 148 ft | — |
| Noble Energy Center Two | 282 ft | 161 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 233 ft | 157 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport?
The ICAO code for David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport is KDWH, and its IATA code is DWH.
Where is David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport located?
David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport is small airport located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 152 ft (46 m).
How many runways does David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport have?
David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,009 ft / 2,136 m.
What time zone is David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport in?
David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport is approximately 1.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport?
The nearest airport to David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport is Field's Field (7TA0), about 5.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Dan Jones International Airport and Dry Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.