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KMWAAIRPORT

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS

MARION, Illinois

471.7 ft MSL

2

Runways

8

Frequencies

8

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KMWA

FAA

MWA

Elevation

471.7 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

8

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100LL,A

Coordinates

37.755, -89.011

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

471.7 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

128.4 MHz

Fuel Types

100LL,A

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

KANSAS CITY

Coordinates

37.7550, -89.0111

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

ALL

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
02/2002 / 208,012 ft150 ftASPHHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 80,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 95,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 140,000 lbs
-
11/2911 / 294,997 ft100 ftASPH-CONCMED
SW (Single Wheel) 45,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 55,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 100,000 lbs
-

Frequencies

CTAF (1)GND (1)LCL (1)MARION RCAG (2)MWA AWOS-3P (1)MWA DME (1)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
CTAF128.4VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOISACTVT MALSR RWY 20; REIL RWY 11 & 29; PAPI RWY 02, 11 & 29; HIRL RWY 02/20; MIRL RWY 11/29 - CTAF. HIRL RWY 02/20 PRESET TO LOW INTST; INCR INTST - CTAF.-CTAF-
GND/P121.7VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOISMARIONGND/P0700-1900
LCL/P128.4VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOISMARIONLCL/P0700-1900
MARION RCAGXXX.XXXMARIONAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY KANSAS CITY ARTCC ON FREQS 127.475/346.275 (MARION RCAG).MARIONMARION RCAG-
MARION RCAGXXX.XXXMARIONAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY KANSAS CITY ARTCC ON FREQS 127.475/346.275 (MARION RCAG).MARIONMARION RCAG-
MWA AWOS-3PXXX.XXX--MWA AWOS-3P-
MWA DMEXXX.XXXMARION-MWA DME-
UNICOMXXX.XXXVETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS-UNICOM-

Airport Remarks

  • 72 HR PPR RQR FOR UNSKED ACR OPS WITH MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS - CTC AMGR.
  • WATERFOWL & DEER ON & INVOF ARPT.
  • TWY E & E4 CLSD INDEF.
  • HELIPADS ARE LOCATED IN THE NE CORNER OF GA RAMP. HELIPADS ARE IN NON-MOVEMENT AREA.
  • ACTVT MALSR RWY 20; REIL RWY 11 & 29; PAPI RWY 02, 11 & 29; HIRL RWY 02/20; MIRL RWY 11/29 - CTAF. HIRL RWY 02/20 PRESET TO LOW INTST; INCR INTST - CTAF.
  • SVC AVBL 0700-1800; AFT HR - 618-993-2764.
  • EMAIL ADDRESS: AIRPORT1@MIDWEST.NET (ALL LOWER CASE)
  • M-F 1500-2300Z 618-993-3353; AFT HR- 618-889-3900.
  • PCR VALUE: 550/F/D/X/T
  • PCR VALUE: 190/R/D/W/T
  • FIRST 1200 FT OF RWY 29 GRVD CONC.

IFR Procedures

2 Runway, 1 ILS, 4 Approaches, 1 Localizer

I20I20L20L20R02R02

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KMWA Operational Overview

Location & Facility

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (KMWA) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in MARION, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 471.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.7550°N, 89.0111°W.

Runways

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS has 2 runways. The longest runway (02/20) measures 8,012 feet by 150 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 11/29 (4,997 ft, ASPH-CONC).

Communications & Operations

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS is a towered airport. A total of 8 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS has 8 published instrument flight procedures, including 2 approaches. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KMWA?

KMWA is the ICAO identifier for VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS, a public-use airport, located in MARION, Illinois, United States.

How many runways does VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS have?

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (KMWA) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KMWA?

The field elevation of VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS is 471.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KMWA?

Yes, VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS offers 100LL,A fuel.

What is the longest runway at KMWA?

The longest runway at VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS is 8,012 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KMWA support?

The main runway at VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 80,000 lbs.

How do I access complete data for KMWA?

Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS.

Where is VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS located?

VETERANS AIRPORT OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (KMWA) is located in MARION, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 471.7 ft MSL.

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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