Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field — Key West, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereSearching for an airport code near Key West? Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field is identified as NQX (ICAO: KNQX).
Distance & flight time from NQX
Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field
NQX designates Naval Air Station Key West, also known as Boca Chica Field, a military installation in Key West, Florida. The base is a premier training location for naval aviators due to its consistently favorable flying weather and is home to adversary and fighter training squadrons that simulate combat scenarios for Navy and Marine Corps pilots. NQX has no commercial passenger service; civilian travelers to Key West instead use the separate Key West International Airport. The base plays a significant strategic and economic role in the Florida Keys, supporting both national defense readiness and the local Key West community.
Runways at Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field (NQX)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 7001 ft (2134 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 08/26 | 10001 ft (3048 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | PEM |
| 14/32 | 7000 ft (2134 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
Radio frequencies for Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field (NQX)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP DEP | 119.25 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.72 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.2 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 33.8 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.46 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.1 MHz |
Airports near Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field (NQX)
- Key West International Airport (EYW) — 7.5 km (4.7 mi)
- Florida Keys Marathon International Airport (MTH) — 66.6 km (41.4 mi)
- Ocean Reef Club Airport (OCA) — 165.1 km (102.6 mi)
- Homestead Air Reserve Base (HST) — 166.1 km (103.2 mi)
- Kawama Airport (VRO) — 166.2 km (103.3 mi)
- Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) — 173.3 km (107.7 mi)
- Miami Executive Airport (TMB) — 173.8 km (108.0 mi)
- Naples Municipal Airport (APF) — 175.5 km (109.1 mi)
NQX is Naval Air Station Key West, a military base, not the civilian Key West airport travelers use. Searchers should look for Key West International Airport instead for commercial flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field?
The IATA code for Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field is NQX.
What is the ICAO code for Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field?
The ICAO code for Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field is KNQX. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.