Western Carolina Regional Airport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
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About Western Carolina Regional Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport is the westernmost general aviation airport in North Carolina. It is a county-owned public-use airport located 2 miles (3.2 km) west of the central business district of Andrews, in Cherokee County. It was formerly known as Andrews-Murphy Airport.
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Live weather
KRHPNOTAMs
KRHPReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 5,500 ft / 1,676 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.675 MHz |
| CNTR | ATLANTA CNTR | 134.800 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 2 of 2 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Western Carolina Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Western Carolina Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Western Carolina Regional Airport is KRHP.
Where is Western Carolina Regional Airport located?
Western Carolina Regional Airport is medium airport located in Andrews, United States, at an elevation of 1,697 ft (517 m).
How many runways does Western Carolina Regional Airport have?
Western Carolina Regional Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,500 ft / 1,676 m.
What time zone is Western Carolina Regional Airport in?
Western Carolina Regional Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Western Carolina Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Western Carolina Regional Airport is approximately 6.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Western Carolina Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Western Carolina Regional Airport is Tusquittee Landing Airport (NC08), about 9.1 nm to the se, followed by Blairsville Airport and Macon County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Western Carolina Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.