Concord-Padgett Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 0m 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 Concord-Padgett Regional Airport
Concord–Padgett Regional Airport is a city-owned, public-use airport located 7 nmi west of the central business district of Concord, a city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, United States. According to the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2009–2013, it is classified as a reliever airport for Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KJQFNOTAMs
KJQFReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 7,402 ft / 2,256 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHARLOTTE APP/DEP | 128.320 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 133.675 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 118.550 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.850 MHz |
| TWR | FAA CONTRACT TWR | 134.650 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 13 of 24 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLOTTE CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHARLOTTE CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CONCORD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3200 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 | 1,198 ft | 719 ft | — |
| Bank of America Financial Center | 869 ft | 807 ft | — |
| Truist Center | 656 ft | 873 ft | — |
| One Wells Fargo | 630 ft | 725 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 807 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 535 ft | 791 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 745 ft | — |
| Museum Tower | 456 ft | 781 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Concord-Padgett Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Concord-Padgett Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Concord-Padgett Regional Airport is KJQF, and its IATA code is USA.
Where is Concord-Padgett Regional Airport located?
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport is medium airport located in Concord, United States, at an elevation of 705 ft (215 m).
How many runways does Concord-Padgett Regional Airport have?
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,402 ft / 2,256 m.
What time zone is Concord-Padgett Regional Airport in?
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport is approximately 8.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Concord-Padgett Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Concord-Padgett Regional Airport is Bradford Field Airport (NC05), about 4.3 nm to the wnw, followed by Buffalo Creek Airport and Mc Cachren Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Concord-Padgett Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.