Tacoma Narrows Airport — Tacoma, United States
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Distance & flight time from TIW
Tacoma Narrows Airport
Tacoma Narrows Airport, bearing the code TIW, is a general aviation facility located in Pierce County, Washington, near the city of Tacoma and within sight of the iconic Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Unlike major commercial airports in the Puget Sound region, TIW primarily accommodates private aircraft, flight training operations, and small charter services rather than scheduled airline traffic. The airport sits close to the water and surrounding forested terrain typical of the Pacific Northwest, offering pilots scenic approaches. Local aviation businesses, including maintenance shops and flight schools, operate from the field, making Tacoma Narrows an active center for regional general aviation activity outside the congestion of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Runways at Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 5002 ft (1525 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SEATTLE APP/DEP | 120.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.05 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.5 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.5 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW)
- McChord Air Force Base (TCM) — 16.3 km (10.1 mi)
- Gray Army Air Field (GRF) — 20.9 km (13.0 mi)
- Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) — 28.4 km (17.6 mi)
- Bremerton National Airport (PWT) — 28.5 km (17.7 mi)
- King County International Airport - Boeing Field (BFI) — 35.6 km (22.1 mi)
- Olympia Regional Airport (OLM) — 41.3 km (25.7 mi)
- Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE) — 74.4 km (46.2 mi)
- Bowerman Airport (HQM) — 108.0 km (67.1 mi)
TIW is Tacoma Narrows Airport in Washington state, a general aviation field near the Tacoma Narrows Bridge supporting private and training flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Tacoma Narrows Airport?
The IATA code for Tacoma Narrows Airport is TIW.
What is the ICAO code for Tacoma Narrows Airport?
The ICAO code for Tacoma Narrows Airport is KTIW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.