Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport
Hawthorne Municipal Airport is a public use airport in Hawthorne, California, United States. US air taxi firm Archer Aviation signed a long-term lease to develop a base for urban air mobility and plans to use it as a base for passenger-carrying operations for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
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Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: KLAX.
Live weather
KLAXNOTAMs
KLAXReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 4,884 ft / 1,489 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SOCAL APP | 124.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 121.100 MHz |
| DEP | SOCAL DEP | 124.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 125.100 MHz |
| RDO | HAWTHORNE RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.100 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 13 of 15 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA H | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| LOS ANGELES CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HAWTHORNE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 28% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 83% | -224 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | -211 ft | |
| Mar | 79% | -133 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | 57 ft | |
| May | 61% | 218 ft | |
| Jun | 53% | 469 ft | |
| Jul | 68% | 634 ft | |
| Aug | 76% | 787 ft | |
| Sep | 70% | 754 ft | |
| Oct | 74% | 523 ft | |
| Nov | 77% | 78 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | -190 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-224–787 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Bank Tower | 1,017 ft | 328 ft | — |
| Aon Center | 863 ft | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 804 ft | 351 ft | — |
| Two California Plaza | 751 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Gas Company Tower | 748 ft | 407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 748 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Tower | 728 ft | 472 ft | — |
| 777 Tower | 719 ft | 305 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is KHHR, and its IATA code is HHR.
Where is Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport located?
Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Hawthorne, United States, at an elevation of 66 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport have?
Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,884 ft / 1,489 m.
What time zone is Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport in?
Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is approximately 11.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 3.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Compton Woodley Airport and Zamperini Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.