Hood Army Air Field
Daylight today(Jul 19, 2026, local time)
About 13h 55m 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 Hood Army Air Field
Yoakum–DeFrenn Army Heliport is a military airport located at the U.S. Army's Fort Hood, in Killeen, Texas, U.S. Formerly Hood Army Airfield, the airport was renamed on 4 May 2023 in honor of Keith Yoakum and Jason DeFrenn.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KHLRLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16H / 34H▸ displaced | 3,803 ft / 1,159 m | 144 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | GRAY APP/DEP | 120.075 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 22.540 MHz |
| GND | GND | 133.850 MHz |
| INFO | RANGE CON | 30.450 MHz |
| MISC | FORT HOOD FLT FLW | 143.100 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV GRAY METRO | 41.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.650 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT GRAY ARMY AIRFIELD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| ROBERT GRAY ARMY AIRFIELD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| KILLEEN CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| R6302A CONT | Special use | Restricted | GND | 30000 ft MSL |
| R6302E BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | 30000 ft MSL | 45000 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 Hood Army Air Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hood Army Air Field?
The ICAO code for Hood Army Air Field is KHLR, and its IATA code is HLR.
Where is Hood Army Air Field located?
Hood Army Air Field is heliport located in Fort Cavazos (Killeen), United States, at an elevation of 924 ft (282 m).
How many runways does Hood Army Air Field have?
Hood Army Air Field has 1 runway, the longest being 3,803 ft / 1,159 m.
What time zone is Hood Army Air Field in?
Hood Army Air Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hood Army Air Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hood Army Air Field is approximately 3.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hood Army Air Field?
The nearest airport to Hood Army Air Field is Skylark Field (ILE), about 3.5 nm to the sse, followed by Fort Hood Landing Strip 50 and Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hood Army Air Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.