Tuscaloosa National Airport — Tuscaloosa, United States
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Distance & flight time from TCL
Tuscaloosa National Airport
Tuscaloosa National Airport, coded TCL, serves Tuscaloosa, Alabama, home to the University of Alabama and a hub of activity during college football season. The airport primarily supports general aviation, corporate flights, and charter service, including flights tied to university athletics and business travel, rather than regular scheduled commercial airline routes. Tuscaloosa's economy blends higher education, manufacturing, and services, with TCL providing convenient air access for executives, recruiters, and visitors connected to the university and nearby industry. The airport underwent modernization efforts to expand its runway and terminal capabilities in recent years. TCL remains an important regional asset supporting West Alabama's business and educational institutions beyond what commercial carriers alone could provide.
Runways at Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 6498 ft (1981 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 12/30 | 4000 ft (1219 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BIRMINGHAM APP/DEP | 120.15 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 132.825 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.3 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| RDO | ANNISTON RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.3 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL)
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) — 88.5 km (55.0 mi)
- Columbus Air Force Base (CBM) — 90.4 km (56.2 mi)
- Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) — 94.6 km (58.8 mi)
- Key Field / Meridian Regional Airport (MEI) — 145.3 km (90.3 mi)
- Maxwell Air Force Base (MXF) — 149.1 km (92.6 mi)
- Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) Airport (MGM) — 153.0 km (95.1 mi)
- Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP) — 158.2 km (98.3 mi)
- Anniston Regional Airport (ANB) — 167.8 km (104.3 mi)
Learn about TCL, Tuscaloosa National Airport in Alabama, serving the University of Alabama community with general aviation, charter flights, and business travel access in West Alabama.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Tuscaloosa National Airport?
The IATA code for Tuscaloosa National Airport is TCL.
What is the ICAO code for Tuscaloosa National Airport?
The ICAO code for Tuscaloosa National Airport is KTCL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.