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Joint Base Andrews

Joint Base Andrews (KADW/ADW) serves Camp Springs, United States. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (01L/19R, 01R/19L). Field elevation is 280 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Operations 0/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KADW
  • Name: Joint Base Andrews
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 38.810799
  • Longitude: -76.866997
  • Elevation: 280 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Camp Springs
  • IATA Code: ADW
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Distance from City: 3.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01L/19R

  • Designation: 01L/19R
  • Dimensions: 9300 X 200
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 01R/19L

  • Designation: 01R/19L
  • Dimensions: 9755 X 150
  • Surface: PEM
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.400 MHz
  • Ground: 121.800 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 113.100 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.jba.af.mil/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: Contact Joint Base Andrews Base Operations for PPR. Military facility requires advance coordination for all civilian flights.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Military facility; civilian landing fees by arrangement only
  • Parking Fee: Military facility; civilian parking by prior arrangement
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Military installation. Prior permission required for all civilian operations. Contact base operations.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Signature Flight Support and Sheltair. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Military installation. Civilian international operations require special authorization.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: Military operations; noise abatement procedures per base regulations.

Alternates

KDCA

  • ICAO: KDCA
  • Name: Ronald Reagan Washington Natl
  • Distance (NM): 8.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KBWI

  • ICAO: KBWI
  • Name: Baltimore/Washington Intl Thurgood Marshall
  • Distance (NM): 23.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KIAD

  • ICAO: KIAD
  • Name: Washington Dulles Intl
  • Distance (NM): 28.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Full FIS at main terminal. CBP for GA available. Preclearance not available.

KDOV

  • ICAO: KDOV
  • Name: Dover AFB
  • Distance (NM): 68.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Military installation. Civilian international operations require special authorization.

KRIC

  • ICAO: KRIC
  • Name: Richmond Intl
  • Distance (NM): 81.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KADW?
The tower frequency at Joint Base Andrews is 118.4 MHz.
What fuel is available at KADW?
Joint Base Andrews offers Jet A-1.
Does KADW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Joint Base Andrews (United States).
Does KADW require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Joint Base Andrews.