Edwards Air Force Base (EDW)

Edwards, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport

ICAO

KEDW

IATA

EDW

Elevation

2312 ft

Region

US-CA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KEDW

Local Code: EDW

Location: 34.910781° N, -117.886391° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler reviews and experiences at Edwards Air Force Base (KEDW (EDW)) are primarily from military personnel and official visitors, rather than typical commercial airline passengers, given its role as a military installation for aerospace testing. Overall sentiment is mixed, with appreciation for career opportunities and access to diverse California attractions tempered by the base's remote location and limited immediate off-base amenities.

What Travelers Love

Career Opportunities: Many find Edwards AFB a valuable place for professional development, especially in aerospace testing and technical fields.
Access to California Attractions: Despite its remote setting, the base offers proximity (within a 2-3 hour drive) to a wide range of attractions, including Los Angeles, beaches, mountains for snowboarding, and various recreational activities.
Improving Base Housing: Recent reviews indicate that on-base housing has significantly improved and is considered a good option.
Unique Mission and History: The base is known for its critical role in testing aerospace technologies and its rich history in flight testing, which is a draw for those interested in aviation.

Common Complaints

Remote Location and Driving Distances: The most frequent complaint is the base's isolation, often described as being in the "middle of nowhere," requiring significant driving (30 minutes to over an hour) to reach off-base cities and amenities like Palmdale or Lancaster.
Limited Off-Base Amenities: Surrounding towns are often described as lacking desirable amenities or being "shady".
Extreme Weather: Travelers frequently mention the extreme heat in summers and very windy conditions that can last for days.
Security Processing: While essential, obtaining visitor passes at the Visitor Control Center (VCC) can involve waiting and requires pre-vetting for faster processing.
"Cookie-Cutter" Food Options: On-base food choices are often described as average or "meh".
LA Traffic: For those venturing to Los Angeles, the notorious LA traffic adds considerable time to travel.

Edwards Air Force Base provides a unique experience for those connected to its mission, offering significant professional advantages and access to California's diverse landscapes for those willing to drive. However, its isolation, demanding climate, and the necessity of navigating security protocols are consistent themes in traveler feedback.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Airport Routes

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`04L/22R`	12000 ft	200 ft	ASPH	Active
`04R/22L`	15024 ft	300 ft	CONC	Active
`06/24`	8000 ft	50 ft	CON	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
A/D	SPORT APP/DEP	`132.75 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`26.99 MHz`
GND	GND	`121.8 MHz`
MISC	NASA FLT OPS	`135.825 MHz`
PMSV	PMSV METRO	`34.24 MHz`
POST	COMD POST	`30.4 MHz`
PTD	PTD	`37.22 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`120.7 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`EDW`	Edwards	VORTAC	`116400 kHz`

Ground Transportation

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