Jack Edwards National Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 47m 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 Jack Edwards National Airport
Gulf Shores International Airport/Jack Edwards Field is a public use airport in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. It is owned by Gulf Shores Airport Authority and located two nautical miles (4 km) north of the City of Gulf Shores. Also known as Jack Edwards National Airport, it is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KJKANOTAMs
KJKAReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 6,962 ft / 2,122 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 3,596 ft / 1,096 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PENSACOLA APP/DEP | 120.050 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 134.525 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.550 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GULF SHORES CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| A292 SR-0100 MON-FRI; SR-SS SAT | Special use | Danger | GND | 17500 ft MSL |
| PENSACOLA SOUTH INT SR-2400 MON-SAT | 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jack Edwards National Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jack Edwards National Airport?
The ICAO code for Jack Edwards National Airport is KJKA, and its IATA code is GUF.
Where is Jack Edwards National Airport located?
Jack Edwards National Airport is small airport located in Gulf Shores, United States, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Jack Edwards National Airport have?
Jack Edwards National Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,962 ft / 2,122 m.
What time zone is Jack Edwards National Airport in?
Jack Edwards National Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jack Edwards National Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jack Edwards National Airport is approximately 3.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jack Edwards National Airport?
The nearest airport to Jack Edwards National Airport is Naval Outlying Field Barin (NHX), about 6.2 nm to the nne, followed by Bass Field and Southern Pine Straw Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jack Edwards National Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.