Tuscaloosa National Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 52m 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 Tuscaloosa National Airport
Tuscaloosa National Airport is 3.5 miles northwest of Tuscaloosa, in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Tuscaloosa. The FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2019–2023 categorized the airport as a general aviation facility. The City of Tuscaloosa changed the name of the airport that had formerly operated under the name Tuscaloosa Regional Airport, in March 2019, to reflect the FAA's official designation as a national airport, one of only 89 in the nation.
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Live weather
KTCLNOTAMs
KTCLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 6,498 ft / 1,981 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BIRMINGHAM APP/DEP | 120.150 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 132.825 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| RDO | ANNISTON RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 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)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 11 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUSCALOOSA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2700 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 Tuscaloosa National Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tuscaloosa National Airport?
The ICAO code for Tuscaloosa National Airport is KTCL, and its IATA code is TCL.
Where is Tuscaloosa National Airport located?
Tuscaloosa National Airport is medium airport located in Tuscaloosa, United States, at an elevation of 170 ft (52 m).
How many runways does Tuscaloosa National Airport have?
Tuscaloosa National Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,498 ft / 1,981 m.
What time zone is Tuscaloosa National Airport in?
Tuscaloosa National Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tuscaloosa National Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tuscaloosa National Airport is approximately 3.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tuscaloosa National Airport?
The nearest airport to Tuscaloosa National Airport is Moundville Airport (L44), about 15.2 nm to the s, followed by North Pickens Airport and Strickland/Smalley Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tuscaloosa National Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.