1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
8KS4
Elevation
2,100 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.905, -99.351
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,100 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
KANSAS CITY
Coordinates
38.9050, -99.3509
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 17 / 35 | 1,200 ft | 30 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- PRVDD MAINTAIN A CLEAR APCH FOR A 20:1 GLIDE SLOPE & TRANSITIONAL SFC FOR 7:1 SLOPE.
- FOR CD CTC KANSAS CITY ARTCC AT 913-254-8508.
Nearby airports & facilities
8KS4
Rans Airport
Hays — <1 nm
SN74
HAYS MEDICAL CENTER
HAYS — 3 nm
SN74
HAYS MEDICAL CENTER
HAYS — 3 nm
KHYS
HAYS RGNL
HAYS — 5 nm
0KS6
MOORE HOMESTEAD
HAYS — 8 nm
0KS6
MOORE HOMESTEAD
HAYS — 8 nm
73KS
Philip Ranch Airport
Hays — 10 nm
73KS
PHILIP RANCH
HAYS — 10 nm
4KS9
DINKEL
VICTORIA — 14 nm
4KS9
DINKEL
VICTORIA — 14 nm
5KS3
BIRDDOG FLD
PLAINVILLE — 19 nm
5KS3
BIRDDOG FLD
PLAINVILLE — 19 nm
Nearest airports
Kansas airports
8KS4 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
RANS (8KS4) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in HAYS, Kansas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.9050°N, 99.3509°W.
Runways
RANS has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 1,200 feet by 30 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
RANS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 8KS4?
8KS4 is the FAA location identifier for RANS, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in HAYS, Kansas, United States.
How many runways does RANS have?
RANS (8KS4) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8KS4?
The field elevation of RANS is 2,100 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at 8KS4?
No fuel types are currently listed for RANS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 8KS4?
The longest runway at RANS is 1,200 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 8KS4?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for RANS.
Where is RANS located?
RANS (8KS4) is located in HAYS, Kansas, United States, at an elevation of 2,100 ft MSL.