1
Runway
7
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KK59
FAA
K59
Elevation
1,073 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
7
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL,A+
Coordinates
39.571, -95.180
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,073 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL,A+
ARTCC
KANSAS CITY
Coordinates
39.5705, -95.1803
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Runways
| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 16 / 34 | 3,000 ft | 48 ft | ASPH | LOW | SW (Single Wheel) 17,000 lbs | 7 |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 124.7 | KANSAS CITY INTL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 284.7 | KANSAS CITY INTL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 120.35 | ROSECRANS MEML | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | XXX.XXX | ROSECRANS MEML | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | AMELIA EARHARTACTVT LIRL RWY 16/34 - CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
| K59 AWOS-3PT | XXX.XXX | - | - | K59 AWOS-3PT | - |
| UNICOM | XXX.XXX | AMELIA EARHART | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- THIS AIRPORT HAS BEEN SURVEYED BY THE NATIONAL GEODETIC SURVEY.
- EXTSV AERIAL AG OPS.
- FOR CD CTC KANSAS CITY APCH AT 816-329-2710.
- AMELIA EARHART HANGAR MUSEUM ON ARPT - 913-372-0021.
- ACTVT LIRL RWY 16/34 - CTAF.
- PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/AMGR.
- ALT PH NUMBER 913-568-3819.
- INTERIM CITY MGR BECKY BERGER, ALTN CLINTON MCNEMEE 913-367-5561.
- FUEL 24 HR SELF-SERV.
Nearby airports & facilities
K59
AMELIA EARHART
ATCHISON — <1 nm
1MU8
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RUSHVILLE — 8 nm
1MU8
CHURCH'S LANDING
RUSHVILLE — 8 nm
8MO7
BEAN LAKE
RUSHVILLE — 9 nm
8MO7
Bean Lake Airport
Rushville — 9 nm
64MO
BOOZE ISLAND
ST JOSEPH — 10 nm
64MO
Booze Island Airport
St Joseph — 10 nm
7KS4
BENT NAIL RANCH
HORTON — 13 nm
7KS4
BENT NAIL RANCH
HORTON — 13 nm
5KS2
Dittemore Field
Dittemore Field — 13 nm
5KS2
DITTEMORE FLD
TROY — 13 nm
SN43
STRAFUSS
EFFINGHAM — 14 nm
Nearest airports
- K59 — AMELIA EARHART
ATCHISON
- 1MU8 — CHURCH'S LANDING
RUSHVILLE
- 1MU8 — CHURCH'S LANDING
RUSHVILLE
- 8MO7 — BEAN LAKE
RUSHVILLE
- 8MO7 — Bean Lake Airport
Rushville
Kansas airports
KK59 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
AMELIA EARHART (KK59) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in ATCHISON, Kansas, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,073 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.5705°N, 95.1803°W.
Runways
AMELIA EARHART has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 3,000 feet by 48 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
AMELIA EARHART is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 7 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
AMELIA EARHART offers 100LL,A+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KK59?
KK59 is the ICAO identifier for AMELIA EARHART, a public-use airport located in ATCHISON, Kansas, United States.
How many runways does AMELIA EARHART have?
AMELIA EARHART (KK59) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KK59?
The field elevation of AMELIA EARHART is 1,073 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KK59?
Yes, AMELIA EARHART offers 100LL,A+ fuel.
What is the longest runway at KK59?
The longest runway at AMELIA EARHART is 3,000 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at KK59 support?
The main runway at AMELIA EARHART supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 17,000 lbs.
How do I access complete data for KK59?
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Where is AMELIA EARHART located?
AMELIA EARHART (KK59) is located in ATCHISON, Kansas, United States, at an elevation of 1,073 ft MSL.