Moffett Federal Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 29m 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 Moffett Federal Airfield
Moffett Federal Airfield, also known as Moffett Field, is a joint civil-military airport located in an unincorporated part of Santa Clara County, California, United States, between northern Mountain View and northern Sunnyvale. On November 10, 2014, NASA announced that it would be leasing 1,000 acres (400 ha) of the airfield property to Google for 60 years.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KNUQLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14L / 32R | 9,197 ft / 2,803 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 14R / 32L | 8,121 ft / 2,475 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | NORCAL APP | 120.100 MHz |
| APP | NORCAL APP | 31.760 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS/ASOS | 124.175 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 38.080 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.550 MHz |
| DEP | NORCAL DEP | 121.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.850 MHz |
| MISC | ANG | 39.090 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 25.170 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.550 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (9)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Arrivals (STARs) (2)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA M | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN JOSE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| SAN JOSE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 115 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 105 ft | — |
| 50 West | 262 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Bank of Italy Building | 256 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 240 ft | 85 ft | — |
| One South Market | 240 ft | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Moffett Federal Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Moffett Federal Airfield?
The ICAO code for Moffett Federal Airfield is KNUQ, and its IATA code is NUQ.
Where is Moffett Federal Airfield located?
Moffett Federal Airfield is medium airport located in Mountain View, United States, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Moffett Federal Airfield have?
Moffett Federal Airfield has 2 runways, the longest being 9,197 ft / 2,803 m.
What time zone is Moffett Federal Airfield in?
Moffett Federal Airfield is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Moffett Federal Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Moffett Federal Airfield is approximately 12.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Moffett Federal Airfield?
The nearest airport to Moffett Federal Airfield is Palo Alto Airport (PAO), about 4.1 nm to the nw, followed by Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport and San Carlos Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Moffett Federal Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.