Redstone Army Air Field — Redstone Arsnl Huntsville, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Redstone Army Air Field (Redstone Arsnl Huntsville) is HUA — its ICAO code is KHUA.
Distance & flight time from HUA
Redstone Army Air Field
HUA is Redstone Army Air Field, a military airfield located within the Redstone Arsenal complex in Huntsville, Alabama. Unlike commercial Huntsville International Airport, HUA primarily supports U.S. Army aviation operations, including missile and space research activities tied to the arsenal's role in defense and NASA-adjacent programs. The airfield serves military aircraft, testing operations, and government personnel rather than the general public. Huntsville's identity as Rocket City owes much to the research conducted at Redstone Arsenal, and HUA plays a supporting logistical role in that mission. Access to HUA is restricted, reflecting its function as active military infrastructure rather than a public transportation hub.
Runways at Redstone Army Air Field (HUA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 7300 ft (2225 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Redstone Army Air Field (HUA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HUNTSVILLE APP/DEP | 118.05 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.95 MHz |
| GCA | GCA | 124.8 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 126.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.95 MHz |
Airports near Redstone Army Air Field (HUA)
- Huntsville International Airport (HSV) — 9.5 km (5.9 mi)
- Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) — 85.2 km (52.9 mi)
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) — 124.2 km (77.2 mi)
- Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (CHA) — 140.8 km (87.5 mi)
- Anniston Regional Airport (ANB) — 143.2 km (89.0 mi)
- Richard B Russell Airport (RMG) — 144.6 km (89.9 mi)
- Smyrna Airport (MQY) — 148.7 km (92.4 mi)
- Nashville International Airport (BNA) — 160.8 km (99.9 mi)
HUA is a restricted military airfield, not to be confused with HSV, Huntsville's public commercial airport. Searches for HUA usually come from those researching Redstone Arsenal or Army aviation operations.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Redstone Army Air Field?
The IATA code for Redstone Army Air Field is HUA.
What is the ICAO code for Redstone Army Air Field?
The ICAO code for Redstone Army Air Field is KHUA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.