Gillespie County Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 47m 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 Gillespie County Airport
Gillespie County Airport is in and owned by Gillespie County, Texas; it is three miles southwest of Fredericksburg, Texas. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015 categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,002 ft / 1,525 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HOUSTON CNTR | 134.200 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 120.000 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gillespie County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gillespie County Airport located?
Gillespie County Airport is small airport located in Fredericksburg, United States, at an elevation of 1,695 ft (517 m).
How many runways does Gillespie County Airport have?
Gillespie County Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,002 ft / 1,525 m.
What time zone is Gillespie County Airport in?
Gillespie County Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gillespie County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gillespie County Airport is approximately 3.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gillespie County Airport?
The nearest airport to Gillespie County Airport is Cameron Ranch Airport (TE97), about 4.4 nm to the sw, followed by Wieser Angus Ranch Airport and Carter Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gillespie County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.