Bucholz Army Air Field
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About Bucholz Army Air Field
Bucholz Army Airfield is a United States Army airfield located on Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands. Its position is ideal for refueling during trans-Pacific flights, and the airport is available to civilians through Air Marshall Islands and United Airlines, mostly for the Island Hopper.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PKWALive 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.
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 | 6,668 ft / 2,032 m | 198 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | SAN FRANCISCO ARINC | 299.800 MHz |
| APP | KWAJALEIN APP | 126.200 MHz |
| TWR | KWAJALEIN TWR | 126.200 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bucholz Army Air Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bucholz Army Air Field?
The ICAO code for Bucholz Army Air Field is PKWA, and its IATA code is KWA.
Where is Bucholz Army Air Field located?
Bucholz Army Air Field is medium airport located in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands, at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Bucholz Army Air Field have?
Bucholz Army Air Field has 1 runway, the longest being 6,668 ft / 2,032 m.
Which airlines fly to Bucholz Army Air Field?
Airlines historically serving Bucholz Army Air Field include United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bucholz Army Air Field?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Bucholz Army Air Field. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bucholz Army Air Field in?
Bucholz Army Air Field is in the Pacific/Kwajalein time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bucholz Army Air Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bucholz Army Air Field is approximately 7.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bucholz Army Air Field?
The nearest airport to Bucholz Army Air Field is Majkin Airport (MJE), about 42.5 nm to the se, followed by Dyess Army Air Field and Elenak Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bucholz Army Air Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.