Reno-Stead Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 41m 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 Reno-Stead Airport
Reno Stead Airport is a large public and military general aviation airport located in the North Valleys area, 10 nautical miles (19 km) northwest of the central business district of Reno, in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. A former military installation until 1966, when it was known as Stead Air Force Base, in honor of 1st Lt. Croston Stead who died there during a training exercise in 1949. The airport's sole remaining military presence consists of an Army Aviation Support Facility and the 189th General Support Aviation Battalion of the Nevada Army National Guard, flying CH-47 Chinook helicopters. The airport is owned by the Reno Tahoe Airport Authority. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015 categorized it as a general aviation reliever airport.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 7,608 ft / 2,319 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 126.300 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 135.175 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 118.050 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Reno-Stead Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Reno-Stead Airport located?
Reno-Stead Airport is small airport located in Reno, United States, at an elevation of 5,050 ft (1,539 m).
How many runways does Reno-Stead Airport have?
Reno-Stead Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,000 ft / 2,743 m.
What time zone is Reno-Stead Airport in?
Reno-Stead Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Reno-Stead Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Reno-Stead Airport is approximately 12.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Reno-Stead Airport?
The nearest airport to Reno-Stead Airport is Youngberg Ranch Airport (NV17), about 2.9 nm to the e, followed by H Bar H Airport and Freedomfox Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Reno-Stead Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.