McChord Air Force Base
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
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About McChord Air Force Base
McChord Field is a United States Air Force base in the northwest United States, in Pierce County, Washington. South of Tacoma, McChord AFB is the home of the 62nd Airlift Wing, Air Mobility Command, the airbase's primary mission being worldwide strategic airlift.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KTCMNOTAMs
KTCMReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 10,108 ft / 3,081 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 160 / 340 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 60 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SEATTLE APP/DEP | 126.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.010 MHz |
| GND | GND | 125.150 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.250 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 34.940 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.220 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.800 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 14 of 21 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE CLASS B AREA O | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| TACOMA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2800 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 McChord Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for McChord Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for McChord Air Force Base is KTCM, and its IATA code is TCM.
Where is McChord Air Force Base located?
McChord Air Force Base is medium airport located in Tacoma, United States, at an elevation of 322 ft (98 m).
How many runways does McChord Air Force Base have?
McChord Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 10,108 ft / 3,081 m.
What time zone is McChord Air Force Base in?
McChord Air Force Base is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at McChord Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at McChord Air Force Base is approximately 14.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near McChord Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to McChord Air Force Base is Gray Army Air Field (GRF), about 5.5 nm to the sw, followed by Shady Acres Airport and Fort Lewis Road / Pacemaker Landing Zone Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. McChord Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.