What are the operating hours of KJKA?

Jack Edwards National Airport operates from 11:00 to 03:00.

What is the tower frequency at KJKA?

The tower frequency at Jack Edwards National Airport is 118.65 MHz.

What fuel is available at KJKA?

Jack Edwards National Airport offers 100LL, Jet A+.

Does KJKA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Jack Edwards National Airport (United States).

Where is KJKA located?

Jack Edwards National Airport (KJKA) is located in Gulf Shores, United States.

What is the IATA code for KJKA?

The IATA code for Jack Edwards National Airport is GUF.

How long is the runway at KJKA?

The main runway at Jack Edwards National Airport (09/27) measures 2122x30m.

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Jack Edwards National Airport (KJKA/GUF) — Gulf Shores, United States

Jack Edwards National Airport (KJKA/GUF) serves Gulf Shores, United States. This is a small airport with 2 runways (09/27, 17/35). Field elevation is 17 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

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Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KJKA
Name: Jack Edwards National Airport
Type: small_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 30.290501
Longitude: -87.671799
Elevation: 17 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Gulf Shores
IATA Code: GUF
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Chicago
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 2122x30m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 17/35

Designation: 17/35
Dimensions: 1096x23m
Surface: ASP
PCN: 23
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.650 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: 118.650, 122.700 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 134.525 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 11:00 – 03:00

Tuesday 11:00 – 03:00

Wednesday 11:00 – 03:00

Thursday 11:00 – 03:00

Friday 11:00 – 03:00

Saturday 11:00 – 03:00

Sunday 11:00 – 03:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 251-967-3968
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

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: Jet A+
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 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

05/473 caution

Approach lighting out

RWY 27 PAPI U/S

2026-05-18 12:44:00 2026-11-30 23:00:00

3/8 caution

Instrument procedure change

JKA GULF SHORES INTL/JACK EDWARDS FLD, GULF SHORES, AL. ILS OR LOC RWY 27, AMDT 1B... S-ILS 27 DA 387/HAT 370 ALL CATS, VIS ALL CATS 1. S-LOC 27 VIS ALL CATS 1. CIRCLING MDA CATS A/B 580/HAA 563. GEVBE FIX MINIMUMS: S-LOC 27 MDA 440/HAT 423 ALL CATS, VIS ALL CATS 1. CIRCLING MDA CATS A/B 580/HAA 5…

2026-04-29 14:59:00 2026-12-09 14:59:00

03/884 caution

Obstacle

CRANE (ASN 2024-ASO-16982-OE) 301648N0874059W (0.8NM SW JKA) 260FT (250FT AGL) FLAGGED

2026-03-31 21:47:00 2026-10-01 22:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KJKA?: Jack Edwards National Airport operates from 11:00 to 03:00.
What is the tower frequency at KJKA?: The tower frequency at Jack Edwards National Airport is 118.65 MHz.
What fuel is available at KJKA?: Jack Edwards National Airport offers 100LL, Jet A+.
Does KJKA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Jack Edwards National Airport (United States).
Where is KJKA located?: Jack Edwards National Airport (KJKA) is located in Gulf Shores, United States.
What is the IATA code for KJKA?: The IATA code for Jack Edwards National Airport is GUF.
How long is the runway at KJKA?: The main runway at Jack Edwards National Airport (09/27) measures 2122x30m.

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