New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field
Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans is a base of the United States military located in Belle Chasse, unincorporated Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, United States. NAS JRB New Orleans is home to a Navy Reserve aggressor squadron and a fleet logistics support squadron, the 159th Fighter Wing of the Louisiana Air National Guard, Coast Guard Air Station New Orleans, a detachment of a Marine Corps Reserve light helicopter attack squadron, as well as other US Navy and US Army activities. The base has a 24/7 operating schedule to support both the 159 FW's NORAD air sovereignty/homeland defense requirements and for Coast Guard Air Station New Orleans search and rescue/maritime law enforcement/port security missions. It contains a military airport known as Alvin Callender Field which is located about six nautical miles (12 km) south of the central business district of New Orleans. The base's predecessor, NAS New Orleans, occupied the current location of the University of New Orleans's principal campus until 1957.
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Live weather
KNBGLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 123.850 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.620 MHz |
| GND | NAVY NEW ORLEANS GND | 121.600 MHz |
| MISC | USCG NEW ORLEANS AIR | 38.180 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 37.915 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 26.580 MHz |
| TWR | NAVY NEW ORLEANS TWR | 123.800 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (9)
Arrivals (STARs) (5)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS NAS ALVIN CALLENDER FIELD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| NEW ORLEANS NAS ALVIN CALLENDER FIELD CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| EXCLUDED FROM A381 | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Whitney Center | 696 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Sheraton New Orleans Hotel | 479 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 453 ft | 33 ft | — |
| New Orleans Marriott | 449 ft | 141 ft | — |
| One Canal Place | 440 ft | 194 ft | — |
| 1010 Common | 440 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 423 ft | 92 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field?
The ICAO code for New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field is KNBG, and its IATA code is NBG.
Where is New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field located?
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field is medium airport located in New Orleans, United States, at an elevation of 2 ft (1 m).
How many runways does New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field have?
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field has 2 runways, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
What time zone is New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field in?
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field is approximately 1.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field?
The nearest airport to New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field is Southern Seaplane Airport (BCS), about 2.5 nm to the nne, followed by Fisher's Field and Lakefront Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.