Somerset Airport (SMQ)
Somerset Airport is a family owned and operated public use airport since 1946 located in scenic Bedminster, NJ. We offer a full range of aircraft services as well as flight school, an on-demand charter operation and maintenance facility.
Airport Services
Fuel Available:
- 100LL: $4.65/gal
- Jet A: $4.85/gal ($4.95 with Prist)
Landing and Parking:
- Landing Fee (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $50.00 (under 12,500 lbs Max GW)*
- Landing Fee (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $75.00 (12,500-20,000 lbs Max GW)*
- Landing Fee (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $150.00 (above 20,000 lbs Max GW)
- Parking Fee (3 hour or more/overnight/per night) (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $75.00 (under 12,500 lbs Max GW)*
- Parking Fee (3 hour or more/overnight/per night) (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $150.00 (more than 12,500 lbs Max GW)
* Fee is waived with purchase of 75 gallons or more.
For after hours (before 8 am, after 5pm) office access fee and VIP security fee, call 908-722-2444
Flight School Rates:
- Piper Cherokee: $110/hr
- Piper Archer N814TW (IFR Garmin 750 with 3 axis autopilot): $165/hr
- Piper Archer N2229Z: $155/hr
- Piper Arrow: $165/hr
- Headset Rental: $2.00/flight
- Primary Instruction: $50/hr (up to Private Pilot License)
- Ground Instruction: $50/hr
- Advanced Instruction: $60/hr (after Private Pilot License)
- Owner Aircraft Instruction: $65/hr
- Commercial Pilot Services: $70/hr
- Redbird Trainer: $50/hr
Parking:
- Hangars and Tie downs – Somerset Airport has individual “T-hangars,” open bay hangars, and individual tie downs available for temporary and permanent basing of aircraft. For prices and availability call (908) 722-2444.
Major and Minor Airframe and Power Plant
Avionics Repair and Sales
Oxygen Service
TKS (de-icing fluid) Service
…available through our maintenance shop.
A Little Airport History
At the end of World War II George Walker felt the time was right to build an airport in Bedminster, NJ. His search for the right piece of property led him to a farm owned by the Bedminster Township attorney John Beekman. George Walker and John Beekman began the laborious task of turning a 200 acre farm into an airport. One day when George was out clearing stumps a young man, just out of the service, came up and asked him what he was doing. George replied, “I’m building an airport.” The young man grabbed a shovel and said he would like to help. That is how Sam Freeman became a third partner.
George was able to have Gill Robb-Wilson, first head of the New Jersey Bureau of Aeronautics and founder of the Civil Air Patrol, layout three runways for him. Beekman helped George put up the first hangar, a large cinderblock structure. The second structure on the field was a barracks they bought at Newark Airport and hauled to the Bedminster site. The airport opened its doors to the public in 1946.
One of the airports earliest missions was training former military pilots for Pan American World Airways. When the military pilots were discharged, they did not have their civilian licenses. Somerset trained 235 pilots for Pan Am.
George Walker and Sam Freeman, along with Marie Walker (George’s wife), continued to run the airport together until Sam passed away. George bought out Beekman’s interest in the airport. The Walker family became sole owner and operator of Somerset Airport.
The airport was renamed George Walker Field on May 19, 2001, a year after George’s death on January 7, 2000. George was well into his 90’s. Most of his years were spent living and breathing aviation. He introduced many people into the world of flying.
Today the airport remains family owned and operated. George’s family are all still active in the business. The airport has grown over the years. There are now 8 hangers and it serves as home base for over 150 aircraft. Somerset Airport continues to have a very active flight school and charter operation. Our maintenance facility, located on the field, provides airframe and powerplant repair service for nearly all piston aircraft. With each new project the airport continues to grow. Somerset Airport along with all past, present and future employees has made flight dreams come true and will continue to touch the lives of aviation enthusiasts for many years to come.
Location
FAA Identifer: | SMQ |
Lat/Long: | 40-37-33.5670N / 074-40-12.8760W 40-37.559450N / 074-40.214600W 40.6259908 / -74.6702433 (estimated) |
Elevation: | 105 ft. / 32.0 m (surveyed) |
Variation: | 12W (1985) |
From City: | 3 miles North of Somerville, NJ |
Zip Code: | 07921 |
Runway Information
Runway 12 / 30
Dimensions: | 2733 x 65 ft. / 833 x 20 m | |
Surface: | asphalt, in good condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | medium intensity | |
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RUNWAY 12 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.614367N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.514783W | |
Elevation: | 83.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 121 Magnetic, 109 true | |
Displaced Threshold: | No | |
Markings: | Basic, in good condition | |
Obstructions: | 55 ft. trees, 210 ft. from runway, 150 ft. right of centerline trees in transition surface at THR mainly at north side. | |
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Dimensions: | 2733 x 65 ft. / 833 x 20 m | |
Surface: | Asphalt, in good condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | Medium intensity | |
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RUNWAY 30 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.468100N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.514783W | |
Elevation: | 101.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 301 Magnetic, 289 true | |
Displaced Threshold: | 600 ft. | |
Markings: | Basic, in good condition | |
Obstructions: | 62 ft. trees, 210 ft. from runway, 245 ft. right of centerline APCH ratio 20:1 to DSPLCD THLD. + 10ft private road 80-200 ft TM THLD 125 ft L. | |
Runway 8 / 26
Dimensions: | 2200 x 100 ft. / 671 x 30 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | RWY 08/26 550 ft west end unsuitable for takeoff or landing due to uneven surface. | |
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RUNWAY 8 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.539450N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.359600W | |
Elevation: | 101.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 081 Magnetic, 069 true | |
Obstructions: | 51 ft. tree, 200 ft. from runway, 50 ft. left of centerline, 3:1 slope to clear | |
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Dimensions: | 2200 x 100 ft. / 671 x 30 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | RWY 08/26 550 ft west end unsuitable for takeoff or landing due to uneven surface | |
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RUNWAY 26 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.670783N | |
Longitude: | 074-39.916417W | |
Elevation: | 101.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 261 Magnetic, 249 true | |
Obstructions: | 45 ft. tree, 10 ft. from runway, 140 ft. right of centerline | |
Runway 17 / 35
Dimensions: | 1900 x 200 ft. / 579 x 61 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
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RUNWAY 17 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.681117N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.317933W | |
Elevation: | 100.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Obstructions: | 65 ft. trees, 20 ft. from runway, 120 ft. right of centerline | |
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Dimensions: | 1900 x 200 ft. / 579 x 61 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
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RUNWAY 35 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.389467N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.226250W | |
Elevation: | 105.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Obstructions: | 22 ft. trees, 10 ft. from runway, 90 ft. left of centerline | |
Additional Information
- Departures RWY 30 Turn Right 10 Deg Followed By A Wide Left Turn – Avoid Residential Area
- Glider Ops
- Glider Traffic Uses RWY 08/26; RWY 26 Right Hand Traffic For Gliders
- RWY 12/30 TWY Hold Markings Non-Standard Placement North Side of Runway
- RWY 12 Arrivals & Departures May Not Be Able To See Each Other
- Elevation: 105 Ft / 32.0 m (surveyed)
- Variation: 12W (1985)
Airport Operations
Airport Use: | Open to the public | |
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Sectional Chart: | New York | |
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Control Tower: | No | |
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ARTCC: | New York Centers | |
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FSS: | Millville Flight Service Station | |
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NOTAM’s Facility: | SMQ (NOTAM-D service available) | |
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Attendance: | Business Hours during daylight savings are: | |
– Monday through Friday: 8am -7pm- Saturday: 8am – 5pm- Sunday: 8am – 5pm- Closed Christmas, New Year’s & Easter | ||
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Pattern Altitude: | 1100 ft. MSL | |
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Wind Indicator: | Lighted | |
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Segmented Circle: | No | |
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Lights: | Dusk-Dawn | |
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Beacon: | White-Green (lighted land airport) | |
Airport Communications
CTAF/UNICOM:
- 123.0
WX ASOS:
- 120.60 (908) 722-2139
New York Approach:
- 132.80
- 128.55
New York Departure:
- 132.80
- 128.55
- For IFR Clearance Delivery Contact: New York APCH (800) 645-3206
Nearby Radio Navigation Aids
VOR Radial/Distance | VOR Name | Freq | Var |
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SBJr062/4.2 | SOLBERG VOR/DME | 112.90 | 10W |
BWZr157/12.4 | BROADWAY VOR/DME | 114.20 | 11W |
STWr169/24.0 | STILLWATER VOR/DME | 109.60 | 11W |
ARDr036/24.8 | YARDLEY VOR/DME | 108.20 | 10W |
RBVr353/26.6 | ROBBINSVILLE VORTAC | 113.80 | 10W |
SAXr204/27.2 | SPARTA VORTAC | 115.70 | 11W |
COLr320/30.0 | COLTS NECK VOR/DME | 115.40 | 11W |
TEBr255/30.7 | TETERBORO VOR/DME | 108.40 | 11W |
CKZr075/31.5 | PENNRIDGE VOR/DME | 108.85 | 12W |
CRIr282/35.3 | CANARSIE VOR/DME | 112.30 | 11W |
PNEr035/(36.1) | NORTH PHILADELPHIA VOR | 112.00 | 10W |
FJCr110/36.2 | ALLENTOWN VORTAC | 117.50 | 10W |
GXUr006/37.1 | MCGUIRE VORTAC | 110.60 | 11W |
LGAr267/37.7 | LA GUARDIA VOR/DME | 113.10 | 12W |
NDB | Hdg/Dist | Freq | Var | ID |
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Chatham | 249/12.9 | 254 | 11W | CAT -.- .- – |
Doylestown | 060/27.0 | 237 | 10W | DYL -.. -.– .-.. |
Paterson | 243/30.4 | 347 | 12W | PNJ .–. -. .— |
Quakertown | 079/31.0 | 208 | 12W | UKT ..- -.- – |
Willow Grove | 052/34/0 | 388 | 12W | NXX -. -..- -..- |
Bridge | 288/36/0 | 414 | 12W | OGY — –. -.– |
Lakehurst | 349/38.1 | 396 | 13W | NEL -. . .-.. |
Airport Services
Fuel Available:
- 100LL: $4.99/gal
- Jet A: $3.92/gal ($3.94 with Prist)
Landing and Parking:
- Landing Fee (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $50.00 (under 12,500 lbs Max GW)*
- Landing Fee (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $75.00 (12,500-20,000 lbs Max GW)*
- Landing Fee (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $150.00 (above 20,000 lbs Max GW)
- Parking Fee (3 hour or more/overnight/per night) (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $75.00 (under 12,500 lbs Max GW)*
- Parking Fee (3 hour or more/overnight/per night) (Commercial/Gov’t Operators Only): $150.00 (more than 12,500 lbs Max GW)
* Fee is waived with purchase of 75 gallons or more.
For after hours (before 8 am, after 5pm) office access fee and VIP security fee, call 908-722-2444
Flight School Rates:
- Piper Cherokee: $110/hr
- Piper Archer N814TW (IFR Garmin 750 with 3 axis autopilot): $165/hr
- Piper Archer N2229Z: $155/hr
- Piper Arrow: $165/hr
- Headset Rental: $2.00/flight
- Primary Instruction: $50/hr (up to Private Pilot License)
- Ground Instruction: $50/hr
- Advanced Instruction: $60/hr (after Private Pilot License)
- Owner Aircraft Instruction: $65/hr
- Commercial Pilot Services: $70/hr
- Redbird Trainer: $50/hr
Parking:
- Hangars and Tie downs – Somerset Airport has individual “T-hangars,” open bay hangars, and individual tie downs available for temporary and permanent basing of aircraft. For prices and availability call (908) 722-2444.
Major and Minor Airframe and Power Plant
Avionics Repair and Sales
Oxygen Service
TKS (de-icing fluid) Service
…available through our maintenance shop.
A Little Airport History
At the end of World War II George Walker felt the time was right to build an airport in Bedminster, NJ. His search for the right piece of property led him to a farm owned by the Bedminster Township attorney John Beekman. George Walker and John Beekman began the laborious task of turning a 200 acre farm into an airport. One day when George was out clearing stumps a young man, just out of the service, came up and asked him what he was doing. George replied, “I’m building an airport.” The young man grabbed a shovel and said he would like to help. That is how Sam Freeman became a third partner.
George was able to have Gill Robb-Wilson, first head of the New Jersey Bureau of Aeronautics and founder of the Civil Air Patrol, layout three runways for him. Beekman helped George put up the first hangar, a large cinderblock structure. The second structure on the field was a barracks they bought at Newark Airport and hauled to the Bedminster site. The airport opened its doors to the public in 1946.
One of the airports earliest missions was training former military pilots for Pan American World Airways. When the military pilots were discharged, they did not have their civilian licenses. Somerset trained 235 pilots for Pan Am.
George Walker and Sam Freeman, along with Marie Walker (George’s wife), continued to run the airport together until Sam passed away. George bought out Beekman’s interest in the airport. The Walker family became sole owner and operator of Somerset Airport.
The airport was renamed George Walker Field on May 19, 2001, a year after George’s death on January 7, 2000. George was well into his 90’s. Most of his years were spent living and breathing aviation. He introduced many people into the world of flying.
Today the airport remains family owned and operated. George’s family are all still active in the business. The airport has grown over the years. There are now 8 hangers and it serves as home base for over 150 aircraft. Somerset Airport continues to have a very active flight school and charter operation. Our maintenance facility, located on the field, provides airframe and powerplant repair service for nearly all piston aircraft. With each new project the airport continues to grow. Somerset Airport along with all past, present and future employees has made flight dreams come true and will continue to touch the lives of aviation enthusiasts for many years to come.
Location
FAA Identifer: | SMQ |
Lat/Long: | 40-37-33.5670N / 074-40-12.8760W 40-37.559450N / 074-40.214600W 40.6259908 / -74.6702433 (estimated) |
Elevation: | 105 ft. / 32.0 m (surveyed) |
Variation: | 12W (1985) |
From City: | 3 miles North of Somerville, NJ |
Zip Code: | 07921 |
Runway Information
Runway 12 / 30
Dimensions: | 2733 x 65 ft. / 833 x 20 m | |
Surface: | asphalt, in good condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | medium intensity | |
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RUNWAY 12 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.614367N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.514783W | |
Elevation: | 83.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 121 Magnetic, 109 true | |
Displaced Threshold: | No | |
Markings: | Basic, in good condition | |
Obstructions: | 55 ft. trees, 210 ft. from runway, 150 ft. right of centerline trees in transition surface at THR mainly at north side. | |
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Dimensions: | 2733 x 65 ft. / 833 x 20 m | |
Surface: | Asphalt, in good condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | Medium intensity | |
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RUNWAY 30 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.468100N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.514783W | |
Elevation: | 101.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 301 Magnetic, 289 true | |
Displaced Threshold: | 600 ft. | |
Markings: | Basic, in good condition | |
Obstructions: | 62 ft. trees, 210 ft. from runway, 245 ft. right of centerline APCH ratio 20:1 to DSPLCD THLD. + 10ft private road 80-200 ft TM THLD 125 ft L. | |
Runway 8 / 26
Dimensions: | 2200 x 100 ft. / 671 x 30 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | RWY 08/26 550 ft west end unsuitable for takeoff or landing due to uneven surface. | |
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RUNWAY 8 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.539450N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.359600W | |
Elevation: | 101.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 081 Magnetic, 069 true | |
Obstructions: | 51 ft. tree, 200 ft. from runway, 50 ft. left of centerline, 3:1 slope to clear | |
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Dimensions: | 2200 x 100 ft. / 671 x 30 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
Runway Edge Lights: | RWY 08/26 550 ft west end unsuitable for takeoff or landing due to uneven surface | |
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RUNWAY 26 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.670783N | |
Longitude: | 074-39.916417W | |
Elevation: | 101.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Runway Heading: | 261 Magnetic, 249 true | |
Obstructions: | 45 ft. tree, 10 ft. from runway, 140 ft. right of centerline | |
Runway 17 / 35
Dimensions: | 1900 x 200 ft. / 579 x 61 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
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RUNWAY 17 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.681117N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.317933W | |
Elevation: | 100.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Obstructions: | 65 ft. trees, 20 ft. from runway, 120 ft. right of centerline | |
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Dimensions: | 1900 x 200 ft. / 579 x 61 m | |
Surface: | Turf, in fair condition | |
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RUNWAY 35 | ||
Latitude: | 40-37.389467N | |
Longitude: | 074-40.226250W | |
Elevation: | 105.0 ft. | |
Traffic Pattern: | Left | |
Obstructions: | 22 ft. trees, 10 ft. from runway, 90 ft. left of centerline | |
Additional Information
- Departures RWY 30 Turn Right 10 Deg Followed By A Wide Left Turn – Avoid Residential Area
- Glider Ops
- Glider Traffic Uses RWY 08/26; RWY 26 Right Hand Traffic For Gliders
- RWY 12/30 TWY Hold Markings Non-Standard Placement North Side of Runway
- RWY 12 Arrivals & Departures May Not Be Able To See Each Other
- Elevation: 105 Ft / 32.0 m (surveyed)
- Variation: 12W (1985)
Airport Operations
Airport Use: | Open to the public | |
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Sectional Chart: | New York | |
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Control Tower: | No | |
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ARTCC: | New York Centers | |
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FSS: | Millville Flight Service Station | |
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NOTAM’s Facility: | SMQ (NOTAM-D service available) | |
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Attendance: | Business Hours during daylight savings are: | |
– Monday through Friday: 8am -7pm- Saturday: 8am – 5pm- Sunday: 8am – 5pm- Closed Christmas, New Year’s & Easter | ||
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Pattern Altitude: | 1100 ft. MSL | |
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Wind Indicator: | Lighted | |
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Segmented Circle: | No | |
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Lights: | Dusk-Dawn | |
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Beacon: | White-Green (lighted land airport) | |
Airport Communications
CTAF/UNICOM:
- 123.0
WX ASOS:
- 120.60 (908) 722-2139
New York Approach:
- 132.80
- 128.55
New York Departure:
- 132.80
- 128.55
- For IFR Clearance Delivery Contact: New York APCH (800) 645-3206
Nearby Radio Navigation Aids
VOR Radial/Distance | VOR Name | Freq | Var |
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SBJr062/4.2 | SOLBERG VOR/DME | 112.90 | 10W |
BWZr157/12.4 | BROADWAY VOR/DME | 114.20 | 11W |
STWr169/24.0 | STILLWATER VOR/DME | 109.60 | 11W |
ARDr036/24.8 | YARDLEY VOR/DME | 108.20 | 10W |
RBVr353/26.6 | ROBBINSVILLE VORTAC | 113.80 | 10W |
SAXr204/27.2 | SPARTA VORTAC | 115.70 | 11W |
COLr320/30.0 | COLTS NECK VOR/DME | 115.40 | 11W |
TEBr255/30.7 | TETERBORO VOR/DME | 108.40 | 11W |
CKZr075/31.5 | PENNRIDGE VOR/DME | 108.85 | 12W |
CRIr282/35.3 | CANARSIE VOR/DME | 112.30 | 11W |
PNEr035/(36.1) | NORTH PHILADELPHIA VOR | 112.00 | 10W |
FJCr110/36.2 | ALLENTOWN VORTAC | 117.50 | 10W |
GXUr006/37.1 | MCGUIRE VORTAC | 110.60 | 11W |
LGAr267/37.7 | LA GUARDIA VOR/DME | 113.10 | 12W |
NDB | Hdg/Dist | Freq | Var | ID |
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Chatham | 249/12.9 | 254 | 11W | CAT -.- .- – |
Doylestown | 060/27.0 | 237 | 10W | DYL -.. -.– .-.. |
Paterson | 243/30.4 | 347 | 12W | PNJ .–. -. .— |
Quakertown | 079/31.0 | 208 | 12W | UKT ..- -.- – |
Willow Grove | 052/34/0 | 388 | 12W | NXX -. -..- -..- |
Bridge | 288/36/0 | 414 | 12W | OGY — –. -.– |
Lakehurst | 349/38.1 | 396 | 13W | NEL -. . .-.. |