Grand Forks Air Force Base — Grand Forks, United States
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Distance & flight time from RDR
Grand Forks Air Force Base
RDR is the code for Grand Forks Air Force Base, a United States Air Force installation near Grand Forks, North Dakota. The base has evolved over the decades from a Cold War-era refueling and bomber support role into a hub for unmanned aerial systems, hosting Air Force and Customs and Border Protection drone operations, including surveillance platforms used along the northern border. As a military facility, RDR does not serve civilian commercial passengers; travelers to the Grand Forks area typically use Grand Forks International Airport instead. The base remains an important economic contributor and technology center for remotely piloted aircraft research in the region.
Runways at Grand Forks Air Force Base (RDR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 12350 ft (3764 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Grand Forks Air Force Base (RDR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 27.345 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.15 MHz |
| GND | GND | 119.15 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.35 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 31.1 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.22 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | RED RIVER TWR | 124.9 MHz |
Airports near Grand Forks Air Force Base (RDR)
- Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) — 16.8 km (10.4 mi)
- Thief River Falls Regional Airport (TVF) — 91.2 km (56.7 mi)
- Devils Lake Regional Airport (DVL) — 113.4 km (70.5 mi)
- Hector International Airport (FAR) — 123.8 km (76.9 mi)
- Jamestown Regional Airport (JMS) — 149.6 km (93.0 mi)
- Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI) — 191.2 km (118.8 mi)
- Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) — 217.0 km (134.8 mi)
- Baudette International Airport (BDE) — 223.1 km (138.6 mi)
RDR is Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, a military installation known for drone operations, not a commercial airport. Civilian travelers should search Grand Forks International Airport instead.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Grand Forks Air Force Base?
The IATA code for Grand Forks Air Force Base is RDR.
What is the ICAO code for Grand Forks Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Grand Forks Air Force Base is KRDR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.