Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport — Lakehurst, United States
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Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport
Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport, coded NEL, is a military airfield located in Lakehurst, New Jersey, historically famous as the site of the 1937 Hindenburg airship disaster. Today the field is part of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, supporting U.S. Navy and joint military aviation operations, including testing and evaluation activities tied to naval aviation systems. NEL is not used for civilian commercial traffic; its runways and facilities serve military transport, training, and research functions. The base's aviation heritage stretches back to the early 20th century when it served as a hub for lighter-than-air craft, and Lakehurst remains a name closely tied to the history of airship travel in the United States.
Runways at Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport (NEL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 5002 ft (1525 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 15/33 | 5001 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport (NEL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | MC GUIRE APP/DEP | 124.15 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118.375 MHz |
| RDO | MILLVILLE RDO | 113.8 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 127.775 MHz |
Airports near Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport (NEL)
- Mc Guire Air Force Base (WRI) — 20.4 km (12.7 mi)
- Trenton Mercer Airport (TTN) — 47.6 km (29.6 mi)
- Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) — 56.2 km (34.9 mi)
- Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) — 67.0 km (41.6 mi)
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) — 74.6 km (46.4 mi)
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) — 77.8 km (48.3 mi)
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) — 83.1 km (51.6 mi)
- Morristown Municipal Airport (MMU) — 85.3 km (53.0 mi)
NEL is Lakehurst Maxfield Field, a military airfield in New Jersey famous for the Hindenburg disaster. Searchers should know NEL has no civilian flights, serving only Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst operations.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport?
The IATA code for Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport is NEL.
What is the ICAO code for Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport?
The ICAO code for Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport is KNEL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.