Roswell Air Center Airport — Roswell, United States
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Distance & flight time from ROW
Roswell Air Center Airport
Roswell Air Center Airport (ROW) serves Roswell, New Mexico, a city widely known for its association with UFO folklore following a 1947 incident. Beyond its cultural notoriety, the airport functions as a significant regional aviation hub, including aircraft storage and maintenance operations, given the area's dry climate favorable for preserving retired commercial jets. ROW offers limited scheduled passenger service alongside general aviation and cargo activity. The airport's long runways, inherited from its history as a military airfield, support a range of aircraft types. Roswell Air Center also plays host to aviation-related businesses that take advantage of the region's open airspace and favorable weather conditions.
Runways at Roswell Air Center Airport (ROW)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 13000 ft (3962 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 17/35 | 10008 ft (3050 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Roswell Air Center Airport (ROW)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.6 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.45 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 132.875 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.5 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | ALBUQUERQUE RDO | 122.45 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.5 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Roswell Air Center Airport (ROW)
- Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) — 94.9 km (59.0 mi)
- Cavern City Air Terminal (CNM) — 110.1 km (68.4 mi)
- Lea County Regional Airport (HOB) — 140.3 km (87.2 mi)
- Alamogordo White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) — 145.7 km (90.5 mi)
- Holloman Air Force Base (HMN) — 155.1 km (96.4 mi)
- Cannon Air Force Base (CVS) — 164.1 km (102.0 mi)
- Clovis Municipal Airport (CVN) — 183.4 km (114.0 mi)
- Winkler County Airport (INK) — 210.2 km (130.6 mi)
Roswell Air Center Airport (ROW) in New Mexico combines limited passenger service with major aircraft storage operations, benefiting from the region's dry climate and long former military runways.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Roswell Air Center Airport?
The IATA code for Roswell Air Center Airport is ROW.
What is the ICAO code for Roswell Air Center Airport?
The ICAO code for Roswell Air Center Airport is KROW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.