Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport
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About Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport
Esler Field, also known as Esler Regional Airport, is a military and public use airfield in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States, near the City of Pineville. It is located 10 nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Alexandria, Louisiana, The airfield is owned by the Louisiana Army National Guard and is the home of Army Aviation Support Facility #2 (AASF#2).
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Live weather
KESFNOTAMs
KESFReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 5,998 ft / 1,828 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,600 ft / 1,707 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | POLK APP/DEP | 132.050 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
| MISC | ARNG OPS | 141.450 MHz |
| RDO | DE RIDDER RDO | 122.550 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport is KESF, and its IATA code is ESF.
Where is Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport located?
Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport is medium airport located in Alexandria, United States, at an elevation of 112 ft (34 m).
How many runways does Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport have?
Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,998 ft / 1,828 m.
What time zone is Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport in?
Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport is approximately 0.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport is Pineville Municipal Airport (K2L0), about 8.3 nm to the wsw, followed by Pollock Municipal Airport and Coles Island Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.