Northeast Alabama Regional Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 53m 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 Northeast Alabama Regional Airport
Northeast Alabama Regional Airport is five miles southwest of Gadsden, in Etowah County, Alabama. It is owned by Gadsden Airport Authority and it used to be Gadsden Municipal Airport. The FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2009–2013 categorized as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KGADNOTAMs
KGADReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 6,802 ft / 2,073 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 4,806 ft / 1,465 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BIRMINGHAM APP/DEP | 120.050 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 127.825 MHz |
| RDO | ANNISTON RDO | 112.300 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DZ PAL022 WKNDS & HOLS 0900-SS. | Special use | Danger | GND | 14000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Northeast Alabama Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Northeast Alabama Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Northeast Alabama Regional Airport is KGAD, and its IATA code is GAD.
Where is Northeast Alabama Regional Airport located?
Northeast Alabama Regional Airport is small airport located in Gadsden, United States, at an elevation of 569 ft (173 m).
How many runways does Northeast Alabama Regional Airport have?
Northeast Alabama Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,802 ft / 2,073 m.
What time zone is Northeast Alabama Regional Airport in?
Northeast Alabama Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Northeast Alabama Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Northeast Alabama Regional Airport is approximately 4.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Northeast Alabama Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Northeast Alabama Regional Airport is Dugger's Field (AL60), about 10.1 nm to the sw, followed by Fricks Field Airport and Peterson Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Northeast Alabama Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.