Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport — Lemoore, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereLemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport in Lemoore uses the IATA code NLC, with KNLC as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from NLC
Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport
NLC is Naval Air Station Lemoore, home to Reeves Field, located in California's Central Valley near Lemoore. This base serves as the US Navy's master jet base for the Pacific Fleet's strike fighter squadrons, hosting the majority of the Navy's West Coast F/A-18 Hornet and Super Hornet units, as well as growing numbers of F-35C Lightning II aircraft. NLC's inland desert-like location provides consistently clear flying weather and ample airspace for carrier-landing practice and combat training away from coastal congestion. The base is one of the largest naval air installations by aircraft count in the country. NLC has no civilian air traffic and functions solely to support fleet readiness and training for carrier-based naval aviation.
Runways at Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport (NLC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14L/32R | 13502 ft (4115 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | CON |
| 14R/32L | 13501 ft (4115 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport (NLC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.15 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 26.76 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.1 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 118.15 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.65 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 29.93 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 31.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 128.3 MHz |
Airports near Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport (NLC)
- Visalia Municipal Airport (VIS) — 50.1 km (31.1 mi)
- Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) — 53.5 km (33.2 mi)
- Paso Robles Municipal Airport (PRB) — 95.3 km (59.2 mi)
- Merced Regional Macready Field (MCE) — 117.1 km (72.8 mi)
- Meadows Field (BFL) — 128.5 km (79.8 mi)
- Castle Airport (MER) — 128.7 km (80.0 mi)
- San Luis County Regional Airport (SBP) — 136.9 km (85.1 mi)
- Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS) — 152.3 km (94.6 mi)
NLC is Naval Air Station Lemoore in California, the Navy's primary Pacific Fleet strike fighter base. It is a restricted military installation with no commercial or general aviation access.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport?
The IATA code for Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport is NLC.
What is the ICAO code for Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport?
The ICAO code for Lemoore Naval Air Station (Reeves Field) Airport is KNLC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.