Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field
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About Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi is a United States Navy naval air base located six miles (10 km) southeast of the central business district (CBD) of Corpus Christi, in Nueces County, Texas.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KNGPNOTAMs
KNGPReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13R / 31L | 8,001 ft / 2,439 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 5,003 ft / 1,525 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13L / 31R | 5,002 ft / 1,525 m | 220 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 114.000 MHz |
| CLD | NAVY CORPUS CLNC DEL | 31.430 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 125.400 MHz |
| GND | NAVY CORPUS GND | 118.700 MHz |
| MISC | AIR | 38.180 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 34.665 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.350 MHz |
| TWR | NAVY CORPUS TWR | 134.850 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 21 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORPUS CHRISTI NAS/TRUAX FIELD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| CORPUS CHRISTI NAS/TRUAX FIELD CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| A632B 0700-2400 MON-SUN | Special use | Danger | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| A632B 0700-2400 MON-SUN | Special use | Danger | 2500 ft MSL | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 387 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 367 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 351 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Frost Bank Plaza | 335 ft | 102 ft | — |
| KBNJ-FM (Corpus Christi) | 328 ft | 177 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field?
The ICAO code for Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field is KNGP, and its IATA code is NGP.
Where is Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field located?
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field is medium airport located in Corpus Christi, United States, at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field have?
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field has 4 runways, the longest being 8,001 ft / 2,439 m.
What time zone is Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field in?
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field?
The nearest airport to Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field is Waldron Field Naval Outlying Landing Field (KNWL), about 3.6 nm to the ssw, followed by Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field and Corpus Christi International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.