General William J Fox Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 17m 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 General William J Fox Airfield
General William J. Fox Airfield is a county-owned, public airport in Los Angeles County, California, five miles northwest of Lancaster, California, United States. Locally known as Fox Field, the airport serves the Antelope Valley. The airport is named after Brigadier General William J. Fox, "a Marine war hero, a movie stunt man, the first Los Angeles County engineer and, for 20 years after his retirement, a cowboy."
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KWJFLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 7,201 ft / 2,195 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | JOSHUA APP/DEP | 126.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.300 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 133.875 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | RIVERSIDE RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | FOX TWR | 120.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Obstacle departure procedures (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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LANCASTER CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 4800 ft MSL |
| LANCASTER 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 | 476 ft | 2,300 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,776 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,822 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,740 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,782 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,802 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,782 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 2,753 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General William J Fox Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General William J Fox Airfield?
The ICAO code for General William J Fox Airfield is KWJF, and its IATA code is WJF.
Where is General William J Fox Airfield located?
General William J Fox Airfield is medium airport located in Lancaster, United States, at an elevation of 2,351 ft (717 m).
How many runways does General William J Fox Airfield have?
General William J Fox Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 7,201 ft / 2,195 m.
What time zone is General William J Fox Airfield in?
General William J Fox Airfield is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General William J Fox Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General William J Fox Airfield is approximately 11.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General William J Fox Airfield?
The nearest airport to General William J Fox Airfield is Bohunk's Airpark (0CL6), about 4 nm to the sw, followed by Grimes Airport and Little Buttes Antique Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General William J Fox Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.