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Procedures
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Quick Facts
ICAO
9KS8
FAA
9KS8
Elevation
1,326 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.750, -97.047
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,326 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
KANSAS CITY
Coordinates
37.7504, -97.0474
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR KEQA 280135Z AUTO 16012KT 10SM CLR 30/25 A2975 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
160° at 12 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
30°C
Dewpoint
25°C
Altimeter
1007.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KEQA (14 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-28 01:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 1,146 ft | 60 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 9KS8.
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9KS8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
GATORS PLACE (9KS8) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in TOWANDA, Kansas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,326 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.7504°N, 97.0474°W.
Runways
GATORS PLACE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 1,146 feet by 60 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
GATORS PLACE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near GATORS PLACE, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at GATORS PLACE is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 9KS8?
9KS8 is the ICAO identifier for GATORS PLACE, a public-use airport located in TOWANDA, Kansas, United States.
How many runways does GATORS PLACE have?
GATORS PLACE (9KS8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 9KS8?
The field elevation of GATORS PLACE is 1,326 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 9KS8?
No fuel types are currently listed for GATORS PLACE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 9KS8?
The current flight category at GATORS PLACE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 9KS8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for GATORS PLACE.
How do I access complete data for 9KS8?
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Where is GATORS PLACE located?
GATORS PLACE (9KS8) is located in TOWANDA, Kansas, United States, at an elevation of 1,326 ft MSL.
Does 9KS8 have weather cameras?
9KS8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.