What are the operating hours of KNKX?

Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field operates from 22:30 to 15:00.

What is the tower frequency at KNKX?

The tower frequency at Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field is 135.2 MHz.

Does KNKX require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (United States).

Where is KNKX located?

Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (KNKX) is located in San Diego, United States.

What is the IATA code for KNKX?

The IATA code for Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field is NKX.

How long is the runway at KNKX?

The main runway at Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (06L/24R) measures 3658x61m.

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Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (KNKX/NKX) — San Diego, United States

Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (KNKX/NKX) serves San Diego, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (06L/24R, 06R/24L). Field elevation is 477 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Observed Activity · Jul 26

200 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 101 on the ground · busiest hour 18:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-26

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KNKX
Name: Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field
Type: medium_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: 32.868401
Longitude: -117.142998
Elevation: 477 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: San Diego
IATA Code: NKX
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06L/24R

Designation: 06L/24R
Dimensions: 3658x61m
Surface: CON
PCN: 72
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 06R/24L

Designation: 06R/24L
Dimensions: 2439x61m
Surface: PEM
PCN: 65
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 10/28

Designation: 10/28
Dimensions: 853x61m
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 135.200 MHz
Ground: 128.625 MHz
Operations: 335.625 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 132.200, 119.600 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 22:30 – 15:00

Tuesday 22:30 – 15:00

Wednesday 22:30 – 15:00

Thursday 22:30 – 15:00

Friday 23:30 – 09:00

Sunday 05:00 – 09:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Mon 15:30-08:00; Tue 15:30-08:00; Wed 15:30-08:00; Thu 15:30-08:00; Fri 16:30-02:00; Sun 22:00-02:00

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

M0155/26 info

PAPI LIGHTS ON RWY 24L/6R OTS FOR MAINTENANCE AND FLIGHT CHECK.

2026-07-21 17:51:00 2026-08-25 08:00:00

L0134/26 info

SIERRA, NOVEMBER, AND OSCAR TWYS ARE CLOSED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AND ELECTRICAL UPGRADES.

2026-07-16 18:01:00 2026-08-16 01:00:00

M0154/26 info

EXCEPTION TO AIRFIELD HOURS FOR JULY: SUN, 19 JULY 1900-0100Z; FRI, 24 JULY 1530-0600Z; AND SUN, 26 JULY 2100-0600Z. AIRFIELD HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UPON FLIGHT OPS COMPLETION AND ARE OPEN TO BOTH TENANT AND TRANSIENT PPR APPROVED AIRCRAFT.

2026-07-16 17:57:00 2026-07-31 01:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KNKX?: Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field operates from 22:30 to 15:00.
What is the tower frequency at KNKX?: The tower frequency at Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field is 135.2 MHz.
Does KNKX require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (United States).
Where is KNKX located?: Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (KNKX) is located in San Diego, United States.
What is the IATA code for KNKX?: The IATA code for Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field is NKX.
How long is the runway at KNKX?: The main runway at Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (06L/24R) measures 3658x61m.

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