Zapata County Airport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 37m 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 Zapata County Airport
Zapata County Airport is a small airport in Zapata, United States (ICAO KAPY). It sits at an elevation of 422 ft (129 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is El Retorno Airport (MX-0721), about 11.5 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
KAPYNOTAMs
KAPYReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 60 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Zapata County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Zapata County Airport?
The ICAO code for Zapata County Airport is KAPY.
Where is Zapata County Airport located?
Zapata County Airport is small airport located in Zapata, United States, at an elevation of 422 ft (129 m).
How many runways does Zapata County Airport have?
Zapata County Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Zapata County Airport in?
Zapata County Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Zapata County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Zapata County Airport is approximately 3.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Zapata County Airport?
The nearest airport to Zapata County Airport is El Retorno Airport (MX-0721), about 11.5 nm to the ssw, followed by Corralitos Airport and McNeel Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Zapata County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.