Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport
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About Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport
Lea County–Zip Franklin Memorial Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport in Lea County, New Mexico, United States. Located three nautical miles (6 km) west of the central business district of Lovington, New Mexico, it is also known as Lovington Airport. The airport is named for aviator Oliver Gene "Zip" Franklin. It is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 6,001 ft / 1,829 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 4,409 ft / 1,344 m | 60 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | FORT WORTH CNTR | 133.100 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRONCO 3 0700-2000 MST MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 10000 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,839 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,839 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,839 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,832 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,835 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,862 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,842 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 3,835 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport located?
Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport is small airport located in Lovington, United States, at an elevation of 3,979 ft (1,213 m).
How many runways does Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport have?
Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,001 ft / 1,829 m.
What time zone is Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport in?
Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport is approximately 6.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport?
The nearest airport to Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport is Industrial Airpark (HBB), about 15.1 nm to the se, followed by Lea County Regional Airport and Tatum Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lea County-Zip Franklin Memorial Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.