Edwards Air Force Base — Edwards, United States
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Edwards Air Force Base
EDW is the code for Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert, one of the most historically significant test flight facilities in aviation history. Edwards has hosted flight testing for experimental aircraft since the 1940s, including Chuck Yeager's supersonic flight in 1947, and served as a landing site for NASA's Space Shuttle missions thanks to its expansive dry lakebed runways. The base remains central to U.S. Air Force flight test operations, hosting the Air Force Test Center and numerous advanced aircraft development programs. Its remote desert location and vast open runway space make it ideal for both routine testing and emergency landings of unusual aircraft. EDW is closed to public commercial traffic, existing solely for military and research aviation purposes.
Runways at Edwards Air Force Base (EDW)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05L/23R | 12000 ft (3658 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASPH |
| 05R/23L | 16798 ft (5120 m) | 300 ft (91 m) | CON |
| 07/25 | 8000 ft (2438 m) | 50 ft (15 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Edwards Air Force Base (EDW)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SPORT APP/DEP | 132.75 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 26.99 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| MISC | NASA FLT OPS | 135.825 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.24 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 30.4 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.22 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.7 MHz |
Airports near Edwards Air Force Base (EDW)
- Mojave Air & Space Port (MHV) — 28.6 km (17.8 mi)
- General William J Fox Airfield (WJF) — 35.7 km (22.2 mi)
- Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (PMD) — 36.2 km (22.5 mi)
- Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR) — 89.8 km (55.8 mi)
- Van Nuys Airport (VNY) — 95.6 km (59.4 mi)
- Ontario International Airport (ONT) — 98.6 km (61.3 mi)
- Barstow Daggett Airport (DAG) — 100.5 km (62.4 mi)
- San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) — 108.3 km (67.3 mi)
EDW is famous for Space Shuttle landings and historic test flights, not commercial service; searchers researching aviation history often land here rather than travelers seeking tickets.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Edwards Air Force Base?
The IATA code for Edwards Air Force Base is EDW.
What is the ICAO code for Edwards Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Edwards Air Force Base is KEDW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.