El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 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 El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)
Naval Air Facility El Centro or NAF El Centro is a United States Navy Naval Air Facility located approximately six miles (10 km) northwest of El Centro, in unincorporated Imperial County, California. NAF El Centro is under the jurisdiction of Navy Region Southwest and serves both as temporary homeport to military units conducting air-to-air and bombing training, and as the winter training home of the Blue Angels aerobatics display team.
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Live weather
KNJKNOTAMs
KNJKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 9,503 ft / 2,897 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 6,825 ft / 2,080 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 26.927 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 34.020 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.830 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.100 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 (1)
Showing 6 of 8 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL CENTRO NAF CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 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 El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field).
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)?
The ICAO code for El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) is KNJK, and its IATA code is NJK.
Where is El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) located?
El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) is medium airport located in El Centro, United States, at an elevation of -42 ft (-13 m).
How many runways does El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) have?
El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) has 2 runways, the longest being 9,503 ft / 2,897 m.
What time zone is El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) in?
El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) is approximately 10.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field)?
The nearest airport to El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) is Imperial County Airport (IPL), about 5 nm to the e, followed by Johnson Brothers Airport and Calexico International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.