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BQ1 — Gilliam-McConnell Airfield

Gilliam-McConnell Airfield

Non-ToweredCarthage, NC • ICAO: KBQ1 • 445' MSL

BQ1 WeatherLive METAR & TAF

Wind Component

BQ1 Runways1 runway

BQ1 has 1 runway. The longest is 13/31 at 2,538 ft × 36 ft (asphalt).

13/31No runway lights2,538 ft × 36 ftAsphalt

FAA NASR data, cycle 2026-09-03

BQ1 Field Data

BQ1 field elevation is 445 ft MSL. The standard traffic pattern altitude at BQ1 is 1,450 ft MSL (1,000 ft AGL).

Field elevation445 ft MSL
Pattern altitude1,450 ft MSL1,000 ft AGL · standard
Control towerNon-towered

FAA NASR data, cycle 2026-09-03

BQ1 Frequencies

CTAF 122.9 MHz — BQ1 is non-towered; self-announce position and intentions on CTAF.

CTAF122.9

Fly to KBQ1

Check KBQ1 against your personal minimums, plan a route to it, and see the best runway for the current wind — free.

Frequently Asked About BQ1

Is BQ1 (Gilliam-McConnell Airfield) a towered airport?

No, BQ1 is a non-towered airport. The CTAF frequency is 122.9 MHz.

How long is the runway at BQ1?

BQ1 has 1 runway (13/31). The longest runway is 2,538 feet.

What is the traffic pattern altitude at BQ1?

BQ1 uses the standard traffic pattern altitude of 1,000 feet AGL — about 1,450 feet MSL at a field elevation of 445 feet.

What is the elevation of BQ1?

BQ1 (Gilliam-McConnell Airfield) has a field elevation of 445 feet MSL.

Where is BQ1 located?

BQ1 (Gilliam-McConnell Airfield) is located in Carthage, NC.