Fort Worth Meacham International Airport — Fort Worth, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereFort Worth Meacham International Airport in Fort Worth uses the IATA code FTW, with KFTW as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from FTW
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport
FTW represents Fort Worth Meacham International Airport, a general aviation reliever airport serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in Texas. Despite its international designation, Meacham does not host scheduled commercial airline service, instead handling corporate jets, flight training, charter operations, and historic aviation activity. The airport has deep aviation heritage, having served as an early Texas air hub before larger airports took over commercial traffic in the region. FTW remains an active general aviation center today, supporting businesses and pilots who need convenient access near downtown Fort Worth without the congestion of the metroplex's larger commercial airports like DFW.
Runways at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 7502 ft (2287 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 17/35 | 4005 ft (1221 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | RGNL APP DEP | 118.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.7 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.65 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | FORT WORTH RDO | 122.6 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW)
- NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field (FWH) — 9.4 km (5.8 mi)
- Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW) — 19.3 km (12.0 mi)
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) — 31.3 km (19.4 mi)
- Dallas Love Field (DAL) — 48.0 km (29.8 mi)
- Mineral Wells Regional Airport (MWL) — 65.5 km (40.7 mi)
- North Texas Regional Airport Perrin Field (PNX) — 118.2 km (73.4 mi)
- Waco Regional Airport (ACT) — 135.0 km (83.9 mi)
- Durant Regional Airport - Eaker Field (DUA) — 153.4 km (95.3 mi)
FTW is often confused with Fort Worth's larger regional airports; travelers seeking commercial flights should note that Meacham handles general aviation, not scheduled passenger airline service.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Fort Worth Meacham International Airport?
The IATA code for Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is FTW.
What is the ICAO code for Fort Worth Meacham International Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is KFTW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.