What are the operating hours of KGTB?

Wheeler Sack Army Air Field operates from 11:00 to 02:00.

What is the tower frequency at KGTB?

The tower frequency at Wheeler Sack Army Air Field is 118.75 MHz.

Does KGTB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (United States).

Where is KGTB located?

Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (KGTB) is located in Fort Drum, United States.

How long is the runway at KGTB?

The main runway at Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (03/21) measures 3048x46m.

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Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (KGTB) — Fort Drum, United States

Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (KGTB) serves Fort Drum, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (03/21, 08/26). Field elevation is 688 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 2/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KGTB
Name: Wheeler Sack Army Air Field
Type: medium_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: 44.055599
Longitude: -75.719498
Elevation: 688 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Fort Drum
IATA Code: N/A
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/New_York
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 03/21

Designation: 03/21
Dimensions: 3048x46m
Surface: CON
PCN: 59
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 1372x46m
Surface: CON
PCN: 29
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 1525x44m
Surface: CON
PCN: 43
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.750 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: 120.800 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 126.550 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 11:00 – 02:00

Tuesday 11:00 – 02:00

Wednesday 11:00 – 02:00

Thursday 11:00 – 02:00

Friday 11:00 – 02:00

Saturday 11:00 – 02:00

Sunday 11:00 – 02:00

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: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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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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Active NOTAMs

M0455/26 warning

Military route active

AIRSPACE R-5201 NEW R48 CLEAR ZONE, REMAIN AT 1400FT BETWEEN CP LAKES AND CP SILOS. LATERAL CLEAR ZONE REMAINS THE SAME. R48 CLEAR ZONE OVERRIDES EAGLE NEST ROUTING

2026-07-02 12:00:00 2026-09-25 23:59:00

M0444/26 warning

Military route active

ROUTE R-5201 ROTARY WING AMENDED FOR NESTING BALD EAGLES. COMPLY WITH RANGE 48 TRANSITION RQMNTS WHEN CLEAR ZONE IS ACTIVE. OTHER TIMES PROCEED DIRECT FROM CP LAKES OR PONDS TO CP RICES AT ADMIN ALT LOW LEVEL FLT NOT AUTH. HEL OPR IN TA19 MUST AVOID FLT WI AN AREA DEFINED AS 1/4NM RADIUS OF GRID VP …

2026-06-26 11:26:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00

M0368/26 warning

Runway closed

RWY UAS (1.5NM ENE GTB) CLSD

2026-06-05 11:26:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KGTB?: Wheeler Sack Army Air Field operates from 11:00 to 02:00.
What is the tower frequency at KGTB?: The tower frequency at Wheeler Sack Army Air Field is 118.75 MHz.
Does KGTB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (United States).
Where is KGTB located?: Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (KGTB) is located in Fort Drum, United States.
How long is the runway at KGTB?: The main runway at Wheeler Sack Army Air Field (03/21) measures 3048x46m.

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