FAA Information Effective: Jul 10, 2025
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(KAFF) USAF Academy Davis Airfield
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Colorado Springs, CO
Overview
Attendance:
Attended
(When Nec to Support 306 Ftg Flt Ops); 306Th Ftg Summer Operations Mon-Fri 1300-0200Z++, Sat 1430-2130Z++ (Only When Nec to Support 306 Ftg Flt Ops), Clsd Sun and Federal Hol.
FAA
(Whichever is Later) to Ss or 0200Z++ (Whichever is Earlier).
FAA
(Whichever is Later) to Ss or 0300Z++ (Whichever is Earlier).
FAA
Clsd Sun & Fed Hol.
FAA
Mar 1 To Sep 30/Mon-Thur/Sr or 1345Z++
FAA
Oct 1 To Feb 28/29/Fri/Sr or 1345Z++
FAA
Year-round,Sat/1430Z++ To 2130Z++
FAA
Elevation:
6,576 ft (Surveyed)
Tower:
Tower Hrs: OPR SR OR 1245Z++ (WHICHEVER IS LATER) TO SS MON-FRI, 1430Z++ TO 2130Z++ SAT, EXCLUDING SUN AND HOL.
FAA
Airspace:
CLASS D AIRSPACE SR-SS; OTHER TIMES CLASS G.
FAA
Fees:
None
Timezone:
MDT (UTC-06:00)
Sunrise-Sunset:
5:53 am - 8:20 pm
Evening-Morning Civil Twilight:
8:50 pm
(Today)
(Today)
-
5:24 am
(Tomorrow)
(Tomorrow)
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Runway 16C/34C
Dimensions:
4,501 × 75 ft
(1,372 × 23 m)
(1,372 × 23 m)
Weight Bearing Cap:
n/a
Surface:
asphalt, no surface treatment, in good condition
Runway Edge Lights:
n/a
Comments:
n/a
| Designator: | 16C | 34C |
| Elevation: | 6,526 ft | 6,505 ft |
| Heading: | 159° magnetic 170° true | 339° magnetic 350° true |
| Gradient: | 0.47% down | 0.47% up |
| Traffic Pattern: | Not provided. Assume LEFT traffic pattern | Not provided. Assume LEFT traffic pattern |
| Markings: | numbers only, in Good condition | numbers only, in Good condition |
| Approach Lighting: | n/a | n/a |
| Displaced Threshold: | n/a | n/a |
| ILS/LOC: | n/a | n/a |
| Obstructions: | n/a | n/a |
| Comments: | n/a | n/a |
Runway 16R/34L
Dimensions:
4,500 × 40 ft
(1,372 × 12 m)
(1,372 × 12 m)
Weight Bearing Cap:
n/a
Surface:
asphalt, no surface treatment, condition not reported
Runway Edge Lights:
n/a
Comments:
n/a
| Designator: | 16R | 34L |
| Elevation: | 6,515 ft | 6,502 ft |
| Heading: | 158° magnetic 169° true | 338° magnetic 349° true |
| Gradient: | 0.29% down | 0.29% up |
| Traffic Pattern: | Left Pattern | Left Pattern |
| Markings: | numbers only | numbers only |
| Approach Lighting: | n/a | n/a |
| Displaced Threshold: | n/a | n/a |
| ILS/LOC: | n/a | n/a |
| Obstructions: | n/a | n/a |
| Comments: | n/a | n/a |
Runway 16L/34R
Dimensions:
3,513 × 75 ft
(1,071 × 23 m)
(1,071 × 23 m)
Weight Bearing Cap:
n/a
Surface:
asphalt, no surface treatment, in good condition
Runway Edge Lights:
n/a
Comments:
n/a
| Designator: | 16L | 34R |
| Elevation: | 6,545 ft | 6,534 ft |
| Heading: | 159° magnetic 170° true | 339° magnetic 350° true |
| Gradient: | 0.31% down | 0.31% up |
| Traffic Pattern: | Left Pattern | Left Pattern |
| Markings: | numbers only, in Good condition | numbers only, in Good condition |
| Approach Lighting: | n/a | n/a |
| Displaced Threshold: | n/a | n/a |
| ILS/LOC: | n/a | n/a |
| Obstructions: | n/a | n/a |
| Comments: | n/a | n/a |
Runway 09/27
Dimensions:
2,493 × 75 ft
(760 × 23 m)
(760 × 23 m)
Weight Bearing Cap:
n/a
Surface:
asphalt, no surface treatment, in good condition
Runway Edge Lights:
n/a
Comments:
n/a
| Designator: | 09 | 27 |
| Elevation: | 6,528 ft | 6,576 ft |
| Heading: | 085° magnetic 096° true | 265° magnetic 276° true |
| Gradient: | 1.93% up | 1.93% down |
| Traffic Pattern: | Not provided. Assume LEFT traffic pattern | Not provided. Assume LEFT traffic pattern |
| Markings: | numbers only, in Good condition | numbers only, in Good condition |
| Approach Lighting: | n/a | n/a |
| Displaced Threshold: | n/a | n/a |
| ILS/LOC: | n/a | n/a |
| Obstructions: | n/a | n/a |
| Comments: | n/a | n/a |
TFRs
Location: AFF
Please verify all content below using the FAA TFR Search Site or with a flight briefer.
TFR count: 0
NOTAMs
Location: AFF
Please verify all content below using the FAA NOTAM Search Site or with a flight briefer.
NOTAM count: 4
| Number: | Start Date: (UTC) | End Date: (UTC) | Condition: |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2025 2039 | 08/09/2025 2359 | OBST CRANE LOCATED AT 38° 58' 41.42'' N, 104° 51' 27.91'' W (PREPATORY SCHOOL DORMITORY). MAX HEIGHT OF 245'… | |
| M0539/25 | 07/22/2025 1203 | 07/25/2025 1203 | M0539/25 NOTAMC M0516/25
A) KAFF |
| 07/09/2025 1344 | 09/04/2025 2359 | RWY 08/26 IS NOW RWY 09/27. RWY 09/27 MARKINGS OTHER THAN WHAT IS PUBLISHED. | |
| 07/22/2025 1300 | 07/26/2025 1800 | MIDFIELD APRON CLSD TO AIRCRAFT TRAFFIC NORTH OF HANGAR 9234, DUE TO GLIDER TRAILERS IN AREA. | |
Additional Remarks
Caution: Ceiling May be Lower to N, E, and W Due to Rising Terrain. Hi Density VFR Stu Pilot Trng, Gldr Trng and Prcht Operations Fr Sfc-17500 Ft MSL Wi 5 Nm of Afld. Use Caution for Uas Operations 3-6 Nm Northwest Sfc-8500 Ft MSL Ovr USAF Academy Property. Aerodrome Rwy Cc not Reported.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Caution: Crane with Max Hgt of 245 Ft Loctd by the US Air Force Academy Preparatory School. Exact Lctn 38 58 42.42N, 104 51 27.91 W.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Caution: High Wind Alert System (Hwas) N of Rwy 09/27 and E of Twy A Unlgtd.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Caution: Mult Cranes Wi 3 Nmr of Kaff in Northeast Quad Up to 250 Ft AGL (Interquest Pkwy and I-25 Area).
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Caution: Numerous Nstd Mrks Exist on Afld.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Caution: Use Ctn for Uas Operations 3-6 Nm Northwest Sfc-8500 Ft MSL Over USAF Academy Property.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Cl D Atc Svs Avail Dur Airfield Opr Hr. Check Aff Atis and Notams for Addn Current Info.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Comsec Stor Unavbl.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Fuel-A++(Mil)
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Misc: Full Svc Wx Stn Opr H24 with Augmented An/Fmq-19 in Use. Backup Wx Briefing Svc Fr 25 Ows, Davis Monthan Afb, Az, Dsn 228-6589 or C520-228-6598.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
No Maint or Tsnt Svc Avbl.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Rstd: Airfield Offl Bus Only. Prior Permission Required Must be Coord 72 Hr in Advance with Airfield Mgmt, Dsn: 333-2526, C:719-333-2526.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Rstd: Unctld Acft Operations At Davis Field Strictly Prohibited Wo Apvd Unctld Operations Waiver; Waiver Must be on File with Amgr.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
See Special Notice US Air Force Academy Volume Flt Trng Areas for Addn Info.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Service - No Tran Alert or Maint Svc.
Source:
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Noise Abatement
Instrument Procedures
Data Cycle:
Operations & More Information
Lat/Long:
- 38.97339, -104.82003
- 38° 58′ 24.2″ N, 104° 49′ 12.1″ W
- 38° 58.403′ N, 104° 49.202′ W
ARTCC:
Denver (ZDV)
App/Depart Control Facility:
Unknown
Chart:
NACO: Denver Sectional
FSS:
Denver (DEN)
1-800-WX-BRIEF
1-800-WX-BRIEF
Wind Indicator:
Yes
Mag Var:
11E (1985)
NOTAM Facility:
Seg Circle:
No
Beacon:
Not Present
Lighting:
No lighting reported.
Pattern Altitude:
No data provided. Assume 1000 AGL.
Special Operations:
Communications Card
| Type: | Frequency / Phone: | Sector / Comments: | Call Sign: |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATIS | 128.525 | Academy | |
| CTAF | 124.15 | Academy | |
| Emergency | 121.5 | Academy | |
| Ground Control | 118.125 | Academy | |
| OPS | 127.15 | SKYTRAIN | Academy |
| Tower | 124.15 | Academy |
Navaids
Services
Aircraft & Activity
Webcams
METARs
METARs from this airport:
METARs from nearby reporting stations:
TAFs
TAFs from this airport:
KAFF TAF
Issued:
11:04 AM GMT
(4 hours ago)
Today 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
9
KT
Cld:
- Few clouds 4000' AGL
- Broken clouds 9000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
10
G
15
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 9000' AGL
- Broken clouds 25000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
G
20
KT
Cld:
- Few clouds 4000' AGL
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
Showers in vicinity
Today 9:00 PM - Tomorrow 1:00 AM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 4000' AGL
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm in vicinity
Today 10:00 PM - Tomorrow 2:00 AM GMT
TEMPO
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
VRB
@
15
G
30
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 4000' AGL
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Light Rain
Tomorrow 1:00 AM - 5:00 AM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
9
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 4000' AGL
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
Light Rainshowers
Tomorrow 5:00 AM - 8:00 AM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
VRB
@
6
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 10000' AGL
Wx:
No significant weather
Tomorrow 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
9
KT
Cld:
- Few clouds 2000' AGL
- Scattered clouds 16000' AGL
- Broken clouds 25000' AGL
Wx:
No significant weather
Tomorrow 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
9
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 25000' AGL
Wx:
No significant weather
TAFs from nearby airports:
KCOS TAF
12 nm SE
Issued:
11:40 AM GMT
(4 hours ago)
Today 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
Today 6:00 PM - Tomorrow 1:00 AM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 6000' AGL
- Broken clouds 10000' AGL
Wx:
Showers in vicinity
Today 8:00 PM - Tomorrow 12:00 AM GMT
PROB30
Vis:
N/A
Wind:
VRB
@
20
G
30
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 6000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Light Rain
Tomorrow 1:00 AM - 12:00 PM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
8
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 12000' AGL
- Broken clouds 20000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
KFCS TAF
18 nm S
Issued:
12:00 PM GMT
(3 hours ago)
Today 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM GMT
Today 7:00 PM - Tomorrow 5:00 AM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
5.59
SM
Wind:
@
12
G
18
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 11000' AGL
Wx:
Light Rainshowers, Thunderstorm in vicinity
Today 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM GMT
TEMPO
Vis:
4.97
SM
Wind:
@
15
G
25
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Light Rain
Tomorrow 12:00 AM - 2:00 AM GMT
TEMPO
Vis:
4.97
SM
Wind:
@
15
G
25
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Light Rain
Tomorrow 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
9
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 8000' AGL
Wx:
No significant weather
Tomorrow 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
BECMG
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
9
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 10000' AGL
Wx:
No significant weather
KAPA TAF
35 nm N
Issued:
1:29 PM GMT
(2 hours ago)
Today 1:00 PM - 3:20 PM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
6
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 9000' AGL
- Broken clouds 12000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 3:20 PM - 8:00 PM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
G
20
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 9000' AGL
- Broken clouds 10000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 8:00 PM - Tomorrow 1:00 AM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
G
20
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 7000' AGL
- Broken clouds 12000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 9:00 PM - Tomorrow 1:00 AM GMT
TEMPO
Vis:
5
SM
Wind:
VRB
@
20
G
35
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 5000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Rain
Tomorrow 1:00 AM - 4:00 AM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 7000' AGL
- Broken clouds 12000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Tomorrow 1:00 AM - 4:00 AM GMT
PROB30
Vis:
N/A
Wind:
VRB
@
15
G
30
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 7000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Light Rain
Tomorrow 4:00 AM - 10:00 AM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
8
KT
Cld:
- Few clouds 7000' AGL
- Broken clouds 12000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Tomorrow 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
5
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 12000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
KPUB TAF
44 nm S
Issued:
11:40 AM GMT
(4 hours ago)
Today 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
Today 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
11
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 11000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 10:00 PM - Tomorrow 1:00 AM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 7000' AGL
- Broken clouds 11000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Today 10:00 PM - Tomorrow 1:00 AM GMT
PROB30
Vis:
N/A
Wind:
VRB
@
20
G
30
KT
Cld:
- Broken clouds 7000' AGL
Wx:
Thunderstorm, Light Rain
Tomorrow 1:00 AM - 6:00 AM GMT
Vis:
6+
SM
Wind:
@
12
KT
Cld:
- Scattered clouds 12000' AGL
- Broken clouds 20000' AGL
Wx:
N/A
Tomorrow 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM GMT
Contact Addresses
Airport Manager
Chief Airfield Management
Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Owner
USAF
Colorado Springs, CO 80901
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