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KMDWAIRPORT

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL

CHICAGO, Illinois

619.8 ft MSL

4

Runways

13

Frequencies

35

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KMDW

FAA

MDW

Elevation

619.8 ft MSL

Runways

4

Frequencies

13

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100LL,A1+

Coordinates

41.786, -87.753

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

619.8 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

122.95 MHz

Fuel Types

100LL,A1+

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

CHICAGO

Coordinates

41.7856, -87.7527

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

ALL

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Nearby Weather Cameras

No camera at KMDW. Showing nearest cameras.

Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums

FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3

Weather camera at Lake in the Hills facing NorthEast

Lake in the Hills

NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

42 NM away

Weather camera at Illinois Valley Regional facing North

Illinois Valley Regional

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

88 NM away

8 camera angles available

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Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
04L/22R04L / 22R5,507 ft150 ftASPHMED
SW (Single Wheel) 60,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 120,000 lbs
-
04R/22L04R / 22L6,445 ft150 ftASPH-CONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 95,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 165,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 250,000 lbs
-
13L/31R13L / 31R6,522 ft150 ftASPH-CONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 95,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 165,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 250,000 lbs
-
13R/31L13R / 31L3,859 ft60 ftASPHMED
SW (Single Wheel) 12,500 lbs
-

Frequencies

APCH (3)CD (1)CLASS C (3)D-ATIS (1)EMERG (1)GND (1)LCL (2)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
APCH/P DEP/P353.875CHICAGO TRACONMIDWAYAPCH/P DEP/P-
APCH/P DEP/P128.2CHICAGO TRACONMIDWAYAPCH/P DEP/P-
APCH/S DEP/S126.05CHICAGO TRACONMIDWAYAPCH/S DEP/S-
CD/PXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYCD/P24
CLASS CXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYCLASS C24
CLASS CXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYCLASS C24
CLASS C/SXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYCLASS C/S24
D-ATISXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYD-ATIS24
EMERGXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYEMERG24
GND/PXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYGND/P24
LCL/PXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYLCL/P24
LCL/PXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTLMIDWAYLCL/P24
UNICOMXXX.XXXCHICAGO MIDWAY INTL-UNICOM-

Airport Remarks

  • ARFF INDEX "D" EQPT AVBL WITH 8 HRS NOTIFICATION TO ARPT OPNS 773-838-0677.
  • NOISE ABATEMENT PROCEDURES: ALL DEPARTURES ARE REQUESTED TO EXPEDITE CLIMB THROUGH 1500 FT MSL 2200-0600 DLY.
  • ARPT CLSD TO SOLO STUDENT TRAINING.
  • BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
  • CLOSE-IN OBST ALL RYS EXCEPT RY 13R/31L TOO NUMEROUS TO ITEMIZE.
  • RY 22L PREFERRED DEP RY 2200-0700.
  • TWY A CLSD TO ACFT OVR 94 FT WINGSPAN.
  • TWY F CLSD TO ACFT OVR 94 FT WINGSPAN.
  • RY 13R/31L CLSD TO FLT OPS WHEN ACFT OVR 79 FT WINGSPAN ARE ON TWY F.
  • TWY N CLSD BTN TWY Y AND RWY 22L PAD.
  • ARPT OPNS 773-838-0677.
  • ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 249 FT IN LENGTH BY 170 FT IN WIDTH LCTD AT THE DER 04R.
  • ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 190 FT IN LENGTH BY 170 FT IN WIDTH LCTD AT THE DER 13L.
  • ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 346 FT IN LENGTH BY 170 FT IN WIDTH LCTD AT THE DER 22L.
  • ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 210 FT IN LENGTH BY 170 FT IN WIDTH LCTD AT THE DER 31R.
  • PCR VALUE: 330/F/D/X/U
  • PCR VALUE: 685/F/D/X/U
  • PCR VALUE: 685/F/D/X/U
  • PCR VALUE: 125/R/B/X/U
  • RWY 04L/22R NOT AVBL FOR PART 121/PART 380 OPS WITH SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 9 PAX SEATS AND NON-SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS.
  • RWY 13R/31L NOT AVBL FOR PART 121/PART 380 OPS WITH SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 9 PAX SEATS AND NON-SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS.
  • RWY 04L APCH RATIO 19:1 AT DSPLCD THLD. TREES 178 FT L 1313 FT FROM DSPLCD THLD.
  • RWY 04R APCH RATIO 16:1 AT DSPLCD THLD. TREE 547 FT R 1122 FT FROM DSPLCD THLD.
  • RWY 13L APCH RATIO 16:1 AT DSPLCD THLD. TREE 453 FT R 915 FT FROM DSPLCD THLD.
  • RWY 22L APCH RATIO 19:1 AT DSPLCD THLD. LGT POLE 474 FT R 674 FT FROM DSPLCD THLD.
  • RWY 22R APCH RATIO 37:1 AT DSPLCD THR. TREE 2490 FT FROM DSPLCD THR 319 FT L.
  • RWY 31R APCH RATIO 24:1 AT DSPLCD THR. TREE 1211 FT FROM DSPLCD THR 459 FT R.

IFR Procedures

3 STARs, 5 Runway, 3 ILS, 16 Approaches, 5 H, 3 Localizer

ENDEE8FISSK7H04RYH04RYH13LYH13LY

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KMDW Operational Overview

Location & Facility

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL (KMDW) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 619.8 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 41.7856°N, 87.7527°W.

Runways

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL has 4 runways. The longest runway (04L/22R) measures 5,507 feet by 150 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 04R/22L (6,445 ft, ASPH-CONC), 13L/31R (6,522 ft, ASPH-CONC), 13R/31L (3,859 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL is a towered airport. A total of 13 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL offers 100LL,A1+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL has 35 published instrument flight procedures, including 5 approaches, and 3 STARs (Standard Terminal Arrival Routes). These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.

Weather Cameras

2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KMDW?

KMDW is the ICAO identifier for CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL, a public-use airport, located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States.

How many runways does CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL have?

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL (KMDW) has 4 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KMDW?

The field elevation of CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL is 619.8 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KMDW?

Yes, CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL offers 100LL,A1+ fuel.

What is the longest runway at KMDW?

The longest runway at CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL is 6,522 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KMDW support?

The main runway at CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 95,000 lbs.

How do I access complete data for KMDW?

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Where is CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL located?

CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL (KMDW) is located in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 619.8 ft MSL.

Does KMDW have weather cameras?

KMDW does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:04 AM UTC