1
Runway
6
Frequencies
9
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KMQS
FAA
MQS
Elevation
660.2 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
6
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL,A
Coordinates
39.979, -75.865
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
660.2 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.7 MHz
Fuel Types
100LL,A
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
NEW YORK
Coordinates
39.9790, -75.8655
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at KMQS. 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
Chester County Airport
North · Camera 1
0 NM away
Sky Manor Airport
SouthWest · Camera 1
64 NM away
2 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 11 / 29 | 5,400 ft | 100 ft | ASPH | HIGH | SW (Single Wheel) 30,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 48,000 lbs | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 124.35 | PHILADELPHIA INTL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 319.15 | PHILADELPHIA INTL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| CD/P | 125.6 | PHILADELPHIA INTL | - | CD/P | - |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSONDUSK-DAWN. ACTVT REIL RWY 11/29; HIRL RWY 11/29 - CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
| MQS AWOS-3 | XXX.XXX | - | - | MQS AWOS-3 | - |
| UNICOM | XXX.XXX | CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- MIGRATORY BIRDS & DEER ON & INVOF ARPT.
- NOISE ABATEMENT PROC IN EFFECT, CTC AMGR CELL.
- +164 FT WATER TWR 1343 FT FM RY 11 THR 1842 FT R MKD WITH STROBE LGT DALGT HRS; STD OBSTN LGT NGT HRS.
- HELICOPTER OPS INVOF ARPT SOUTH AND SOUTHWEST OF RY 11 THLD.
- HELICOPTER TRAFFIC REQUESTED TO LAND AND TKOF FM RY ONLY. HELICOPTER HOVER TAXIING, TKOFS, & LNDGS PROHIBITED FM TWY ALPHA.
- HOVER TAXI ALONG TXY ALPHA PROHIBITED. WHEEL TAXI ON TXY OR HOVER FM RY TO RAMP SIDE PARKING SPOT BY CROSSING PERPENDICULAR TO ALPHA.
- FOR CD CTC PHILADELPHIA APCH AT 800-354-9884.
- DUSK-DAWN. ACTVT REIL RWY 11/29; HIRL RWY 11/29 - CTAF.
- FOR SVC AFTER HRS CNT 610-384-9000
- UNUSBL BYD 6 DEG LEFT OF CRS.
IFR Procedures
3 STARs, 2 Runway, 1 ILS, 2 Approaches, 1 Localizer
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KMQS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON (KMQS) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in COATESVILLE, Pennsylvania, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 660.2 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.9790°N, 75.8655°W.
Runways
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON has 1 runway. The longest runway (11/29) measures 5,400 feet by 100 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Instrument Procedures
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON has 9 published instrument flight procedures, including 2 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 CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON, 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 KMQS?
KMQS is the ICAO identifier for CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON, a public-use airport, located in COATESVILLE, Pennsylvania, United States.
How many runways does CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON have?
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON (KMQS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KMQS?
The field elevation of CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON is 660.2 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.
Is fuel available at KMQS?
Yes, CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON offers 100LL,A fuel.
What is the longest runway at KMQS?
The longest runway at CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON is 5,400 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at KMQS support?
The main runway at CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 30,000 lbs.
How do I access complete data for KMQS?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON.
Where is CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON located?
CHESTER COUNTY G O CARLSON (KMQS) is located in COATESVILLE, Pennsylvania, United States, at an elevation of 660.2 ft MSL.
Does KMQS have weather cameras?
KMQS does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.