Tatum Airport
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About Tatum Airport
Tatum Airport is a public use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) east of the central business district of Tatum, a town in Lea County, New Mexico, United States. Currently owned by the Town of Tatum, it was formerly owned by the New Mexico Department of Transportation.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 / 23 | 2,990 ft / 911 m | 75 ft | Asph-f | Unlit | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 2,920 ft / 890 m | 60 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRONCO 3 0700-2000 MST MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 10000 ft MSL | FL180 |
| BRONCO 4 0700-2000 MST MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 10000 ft MSL | FL180 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 3,957 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,970 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,986 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,986 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,016 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,003 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 3,999 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 4,006 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tatum Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tatum Airport located?
Tatum Airport is small airport located in Tatum, United States, at an elevation of 3,986 ft (1,215 m).
How many runways does Tatum Airport have?
Tatum Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 2,990 ft / 911 m.
What time zone is Tatum Airport in?
Tatum Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tatum Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tatum Airport is approximately 6.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tatum Airport?
The nearest airport to Tatum Airport is Epperson Pumping Station Airport (US-5424), about 15.3 nm to the wnw, followed by Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport and Yoakum County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tatum Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.