Tappahannock-Essex County Airport
Daylight today(Sep 8, 2026, local time)
About 12h 44m 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 Tappahannock-Essex County Airport
Tappahannock–Essex County Airport is a public-use airport located five nautical miles (9 km) south of the central business district of Tappahannock, a town in Essex County, Virginia, United States. It is owned by the Tappahannock Essex County Airport Authority.
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Live weather
KXSANOTAMs
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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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 4,300 ft / 1,311 m | 75 ft | Asph-e | Unlit | Open |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tappahannock-Essex County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tappahannock-Essex County Airport?
The ICAO code for Tappahannock-Essex County Airport is KXSA.
Where is Tappahannock-Essex County Airport located?
Tappahannock-Essex County Airport is small airport located in Tappahannock, United States, at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m).
How many runways does Tappahannock-Essex County Airport have?
Tappahannock-Essex County Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,300 ft / 1,311 m.
What time zone is Tappahannock-Essex County Airport in?
Tappahannock-Essex County Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tappahannock-Essex County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tappahannock-Essex County Airport is approximately 10.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tappahannock-Essex County Airport?
The nearest airport to Tappahannock-Essex County Airport is Doves Nest Field (US-8030), about 6.4 nm to the nw, followed by Bill Davenport Memorial Airport and Folly Neck Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tappahannock-Essex County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.