Tacoma Narrows Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 34m 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 Tacoma Narrows Airport
Tacoma Narrows Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport located 5 mi (8.0 km) west of the central business district of Tacoma, a city in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It is situated south of Gig Harbor, Washington, one mile southwest of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. The airport was owned by the city of Tacoma until 2008, when it was purchased by Pierce County.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Tacoma Narrows Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: KTCM.
Live weather
KTCMLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 5,002 ft / 1,525 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SEATTLE APP/DEP | 120.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.050 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE CLASS B AREA O | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| SEATTLE CLASS B AREA K | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TACOMA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2800 ft MSL |
| TACOMA 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 | 525 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 525 ft | 75 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 358 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 367 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tacoma Narrows Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Tacoma Narrows Airport?
The ICAO code for Tacoma Narrows Airport is KTIW, and its IATA code is TIW.
Where is Tacoma Narrows Airport located?
Tacoma Narrows Airport is medium airport located in Tacoma, United States, at an elevation of 294 ft (90 m).
How many runways does Tacoma Narrows Airport have?
Tacoma Narrows Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,002 ft / 1,525 m.
What time zone is Tacoma Narrows Airport in?
Tacoma Narrows Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tacoma Narrows Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tacoma Narrows Airport is approximately 14.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tacoma Narrows Airport?
The nearest airport to Tacoma Narrows Airport is McChord Air Force Base (TCM), about 8.8 nm to the sse, followed by Howell Airport and Rocky Bay Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tacoma Narrows Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.