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Plane spotting at NQI

Kingsville Naval Air Station, Kingsville

Kingsville Naval Air Station (NQI) is a hotspot for military aviation enthusiasts, featuring various aircraft types. Identify and collect aircraft with FlightCatcherPro.

Where to spot

  • ·Navy Gate
  • ·Observation Deck

Rare catches

Look for these types to grow your collection:

F/A-18 HornetT-45 GoshawkP-3 Orion

By the numbers

Kingsville NAS has a single runway and is a key training base for naval aviators.

Spotter tips

  • ·Arrive early for the best spots
  • ·Be respectful of military security
  • ·Bring binoculars for better views

Best time to spot

Afternoons are ideal for spotting due to favorable light and increased training flights.

Spotting at NQI? Identify the next arrival with your camera, or upload a photo you already have, in FlightCatcherPro.

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Notable aircraft

165049F/A-18 Hornet (165049)

164520T-45 Goshawk (164520)

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