Maxwell Air Force Base
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 48m 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 Maxwell Air Force Base
Maxwell Air Force Base, officially known as Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base, is a United States Air Force (USAF) installation under the Air Education and Training Command (AETC). The installation is located in Montgomery, Alabama, United States. Occupying the site of the first Wright Flying School, it was named in honor of Second Lieutenant William C. Maxwell, a native of Atmore, Alabama.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMXFNOTAMs
KMXFReference 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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 8,008 ft / 2,441 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 009 / 189▸ displaced | 3,015 ft / 919 m | 60 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | MONTGOMERY APP/DEP | 121.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 127.150 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.230 MHz |
| POST | 42 ABW COMD POST | 23.460 MHz |
| POST | AFRC 908AW COMD POST | 39.690 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 122.850 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.150 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAXWELL AFB CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2200 ft MSL |
| MAXWELL AFB CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
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 Maxwell Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Maxwell Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Maxwell Air Force Base is KMXF, and its IATA code is MXF.
Where is Maxwell Air Force Base located?
Maxwell Air Force Base is medium airport located in Montgomery, United States, at an elevation of 171 ft (52 m).
How many runways does Maxwell Air Force Base have?
Maxwell Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 8,008 ft / 2,441 m.
What time zone is Maxwell Air Force Base in?
Maxwell Air Force Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Maxwell Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Maxwell Air Force Base is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Maxwell Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Maxwell Air Force Base is Foshee Airport (US-4188), about 3.1 nm to the n, followed by Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport and Billdee Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Maxwell Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.