Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
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About Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field
Naval Air Station Meridian or NAS Meridian is a military airport located 11 miles northeast of Meridian, Mississippi in Lauderdale County and Kemper County, and is one of the Navy's two jet strike pilot training facilities.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KNMMNOTAMs
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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
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01L / 19R | 8,003 ft / 2,439 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 01R / 19L | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 6,402 ft / 1,951 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.320 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 30.100 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 124.800 MHz |
| GND | MC CAIN GND | 33.640 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 35.220 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 31.240 MHz |
| TWR | MC CAIN TWR | 126.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERIDIAN CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2800 ft MSL |
| MERIDIAN 1 WEST INT SR-2300 SUN-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | FL180 |
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 Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field?
The ICAO code for Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field is KNMM.
Where is Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field located?
Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field is medium airport located in Lauderdale, United States, at an elevation of 316 ft (96 m).
How many runways does Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field have?
Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field has 3 runways, the longest being 8,003 ft / 2,439 m.
What time zone is Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field in?
Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field is approximately 2.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field?
The nearest airport to Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field is Topton Air Estates Airport (0MS0), about 5.7 nm to the sw, followed by Key Field / Meridian Regional Airport and Giles Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.