Ocracoke Island Airport
Daylight today(Sep 3, 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 Ocracoke Island Airport
Ocracoke Island Airport is a public use airport located one nautical mile (2 km) east of the central business district of Ocracoke, a town on Ocracoke Island in Hyde County, North Carolina, United States. It is located in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, owned by U.S. National Park Service, and operated by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. This airport 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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 2,998 ft / 914 m | 60 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHERRY POINT APP/DEP | 119.750 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Showing 2 of 2 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAMLICO B INT 0700-2200 MON-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 Ocracoke Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ocracoke Island Airport located?
Ocracoke Island Airport is small airport located in Ocracoke, United States, at an elevation of 5 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Ocracoke Island Airport have?
Ocracoke Island Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,998 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Ocracoke Island Airport in?
Ocracoke Island Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ocracoke Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ocracoke Island Airport is approximately 10.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ocracoke Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Ocracoke Island Airport is Wolf's Den Airport (NC17), about 18.1 nm to the wsw, followed by Billy Mitchell Airport and Atlantic Field Marine Corps Outlying Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ocracoke Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.