Mesquite Metro Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 51m 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 Mesquite Metro Airport
Mesquite Metro Airport is a public use airport in Dallas County, Texas, 3 nautical miles (5.6 km) east of the central business district of Mesquite. The airport is west of the border of Dallas County and Kaufman County.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KHQZNOTAMs
KHQZReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 5,999 ft / 1,828 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | REGIONAL APP/DEP | 125.200 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 118.175 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.050 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (2)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 13 of 35 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DALLAS CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 11000 ft MSL |
| MESQUITE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
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 | — | 525 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mesquite Metro Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mesquite Metro Airport?
The ICAO code for Mesquite Metro Airport is KHQZ.
Where is Mesquite Metro Airport located?
Mesquite Metro Airport is small airport located in Mesquite, United States, at an elevation of 447 ft (136 m).
How many runways does Mesquite Metro Airport have?
Mesquite Metro Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,999 ft / 1,828 m.
What time zone is Mesquite Metro Airport in?
Mesquite Metro Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mesquite Metro Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mesquite Metro Airport is approximately 2.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mesquite Metro Airport?
The nearest airport to Mesquite Metro Airport is Sunset Airport (TA18), about 3.5 nm to the se, followed by Smith Field and Lagrone Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mesquite Metro Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.