Dobbins Air Reserve Base — Marietta, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereDobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta uses the IATA code MGE, with KMGE as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from MGE
Dobbins Air Reserve Base
Dobbins Air Reserve Base (MGE) is a United States Air Force installation located in Marietta, Georgia, northwest of Atlanta, hosting the Air Force Reserve Command's 94th Airlift Wing along with Air National Guard and Navy Reserve units. The base shares its runway with Lockheed Martin's aircraft production facility, historically linked to programs including the C-130 Hercules and F-22 Raptor, making it one of the more industrially significant military airfields in the country. MGE is not open to commercial passenger traffic; it functions strictly as military and defense-industrial infrastructure supporting airlift training, reserve operations, and aircraft manufacturing testing. Its location near Atlanta places it close to a major metropolitan area while retaining a distinctly military and industrial character.
Runways at Dobbins Air Reserve Base (MGE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 10002 ft (3049 m) | 300 ft (91 m) | CON |
| 110/290 | 3495 ft (1065 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | ASPH |
Radio frequencies for Dobbins Air Reserve Base (MGE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ATLANTA APP/DEP | 121 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 26.95 MHz |
| GND | GND | 125.3 MHz |
| MISC | NAVY OPS | 34.02 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 47 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 27.475 MHz |
| POST | 94AW COMD POST | 37.952 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 139.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.75 MHz |
Airports near Dobbins Air Reserve Base (MGE)
- Fulton County Airport Brown Field (FTY) — 15.2 km (9.4 mi)
- DeKalb Peachtree Airport (PDK) — 20.2 km (12.6 mi)
- Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) — 32.0 km (19.9 mi)
- Richard B Russell Airport (RMG) — 76.4 km (47.5 mi)
- Athens Ben Epps Airport (AHN) — 109.9 km (68.3 mi)
- Anniston Regional Airport (ANB) — 129.3 km (80.3 mi)
- Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (CHA) — 139.6 km (86.7 mi)
- Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) — 158.0 km (98.2 mi)
MGE designates Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia, a military installation, not a commercial airport; searches usually involve base access, Lockheed Martin operations, or reserve unit information.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Dobbins Air Reserve Base?
The IATA code for Dobbins Air Reserve Base is MGE.
What is the ICAO code for Dobbins Air Reserve Base?
The ICAO code for Dobbins Air Reserve Base is KMGE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.