NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 3m 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 NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field
Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth includes Carswell Field, a military airbase located 5 nautical miles west of the central business district of Fort Worth, in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. This military airfield is operated by the United States Navy Reserve. It is located in the cities of Fort Worth, Westworth Village, and White Settlement in the western part of the Fort Worth urban area.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KNFWLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 11,999 ft / 3,657 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | RGNL APP/DEP | 125.800 MHz |
| ARR | NAVY FORT WORTH ARR | 128.775 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.357 MHz |
| GND | NAVY FORT WORTH GND | 126.400 MHz |
| MISC | LOCKHEED | 28.410 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 29.177 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.255 MHz |
| TWR | NAVY FORT WORTH TWR | 120.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (8)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (18)
- GARLAND SIX, CONT.1
- WORTH ONE
- TEXOMA FIVE, CONT.1
- TEXOMA FIVE
- NANDR FOUR (RNAV), CONT.1
- NANDR FOUR (RNAV)
- KUSSO THREE (RNAV), CONT.1
- KUSSO THREE (RNAV)
- KINGDOM FIVE, CONT.1
- KINGDOM FIVE
- JOE POOL EIGHT, CONT.1
- GARLAND SIX
- WORTH ONE, CONT.1
- JOE POOL EIGHT
- BOTCH TWO (RNAV)
- BOTCH TWO (RNAV), CONT.1
- DALLAS FOUR
- DALLAS FOUR, CONT.1
Arrivals (STARs) (10)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DALLAS CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 11000 ft MSL |
| DALLAS CLASS B AREA M | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 11000 ft MSL |
| FORT WORTH NAS JRB (CARSWELL FIELD) CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnett Plaza | 568 ft | 643 ft | — |
| Bank of America Tower | 548 ft | 620 ft | — |
| 777 Main | 525 ft | 627 ft | — |
| The Tower | 486 ft | 640 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 476 ft | 591 ft | — |
| Omni Fort Worth Hotel | 446 ft | 633 ft | — |
| AT&T Building | 344 ft | 610 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 325 ft | 568 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field?
The ICAO code for NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field is KNFW, and its IATA code is FWH.
Where is NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field located?
NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field is medium airport located in Fort Worth, United States, at an elevation of 650 ft (198 m).
How many runways does NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field have?
NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field has 1 runway, the longest being 11,999 ft / 3,657 m.
What time zone is NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field in?
NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field?
The nearest airport to NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field is Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW), about 5.1 nm to the ne, followed by Flying Oaks Airport and Sycamore Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.