Roswell Air Center Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
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About Roswell Air Center Airport
Roswell Air Center is an airport five miles (8.0 km) south of Roswell, in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States.
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Live weather
KROWNOTAMs
KROWReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 13,000 ft / 3,962 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 10,008 ft / 3,050 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 7,425 ft / 2,263 m | 200 ft | Pem | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.450 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 132.875 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | ALBUQUERQUE RDO | 122.450 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 9 of 12 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROSWELL CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 6200 ft MSL |
| ROSWELL 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.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 19% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 93% | 2,943 ft | |
| Feb | 92% | 3,445 ft | |
| Mar | 94% | 4,229 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 4,745 ft | |
| May | 95% | 5,393 ft | |
| Jun | 96% | 5,884 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 5,904 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 5,875 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 5,331 ft | |
| Oct | 90% | 4,589 ft | |
| Nov | 90% | 3,668 ft | |
| Dec | 92% | 3,330 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,943–5,904 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Roswell Air Center Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Roswell Air Center Airport?
The ICAO code for Roswell Air Center Airport is KROW, and its IATA code is ROW.
Where is Roswell Air Center Airport located?
Roswell Air Center Airport is medium airport located in Roswell, United States, at an elevation of 3,671 ft (1,119 m).
How many runways does Roswell Air Center Airport have?
Roswell Air Center Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 13,000 ft / 3,962 m.
Which airlines fly to Roswell Air Center Airport?
Airlines historically serving Roswell Air Center Airport include American Airlines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Roswell Air Center Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Roswell Air Center Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Roswell Air Center Airport in?
Roswell Air Center Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Roswell Air Center Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Roswell Air Center Airport is approximately 6.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Roswell Air Center Airport?
The nearest airport to Roswell Air Center Airport is Jenkins Airport (NM87), about 4.7 nm to the se, followed by Lee Aviation Airport and Lake Tolliver Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Roswell Air Center Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.