Creech Air Force Base
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 26m 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 Creech Air Force Base
Creech Air Force Base is a United States Air Force (USAF) command and control facility in Clark County, Nevada used "to engage in daily Overseas Contingency Operations …of remotely piloted aircraft systems which fly missions across the globe." In addition to an airport, the military installation has the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Battlelab, associated aerial warfare ground equipment, and unmanned aerial vehicles of the type used in Afghanistan and Iraq. Creech is the aerial training site for the USAF Thunderbirds and "is one of two emergency divert airfields" for the Nevada Test and Training Range.
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Live weather
KINSLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 9,002 ft / 2,744 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31▸ displaced | 5,476 ft / 1,669 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 121.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118.300 MHz |
| MISC | NELLIS CON | 119.350 MHz |
| PMSV | NELLIS METRO | 32.390 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 139.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DESERT SR-SS MON-SAT & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 100 ft GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| R4806W CONT | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| DZ PNV004 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 10000 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 Creech Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Creech Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Creech Air Force Base is KINS, and its IATA code is INS.
Where is Creech Air Force Base located?
Creech Air Force Base is small airport located in Indian Springs, United States, at an elevation of 3,133 ft (955 m).
How many runways does Creech Air Force Base have?
Creech Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 9,002 ft / 2,744 m.
What time zone is Creech Air Force Base in?
Creech Air Force Base is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Creech Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Creech Air Force Base is approximately 11.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Creech Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Creech Air Force Base is Desert Rock Airport (DRA), about 17.5 nm to the w, followed by Dog Bone Lake Airfield and Flying S Ranch Ultralightport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Creech Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.