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LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky

500.8 ft MSL

3

Runways

20

Frequencies

49

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KSDF

FAA

SDF

Elevation

500.8 ft MSL

Runways

3

Frequencies

20

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100LL,A,A+

Coordinates

38.174, -85.736

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

500.8 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

122.95 MHz

Fuel Types

100LL,A,A+

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

INDIANAPOLIS

Coordinates

38.1741, -85.7365

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

ALL

Current Weather

— — —Updated …

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
11/2911 / 297,251 ft150 ftCONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 75,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 170,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 360,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 850,000 lbs
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17L/35R17L / 35R8,578 ft150 ftCONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 75,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 207,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 360,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 850,000 lbs
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17R/35L17R / 35L11,887 ft150 ftCONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 75,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 207,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 360,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 850,000 lbs
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Frequencies

ANG OPS (1)APCH (5)CD (2)CLASS C (3)D-ATIS (1)EMERG (2)GND (2)LCL (2)SDF VOT (1)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
ANG OPS268.1LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEANG OPS24
APCH/P134.15LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEAPCH/P24
APCH/P DEP/P132.075LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P24
APCH/P DEP/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P24
APCH/P DEP/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P24
APCH/P DEP/P ICXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P IC24
CD/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLECD/P24
CD/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLECD/P24
CLASS CXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLECLASS C24
CLASS CXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLECLASS C24
CLASS CXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLECLASS C24
D-ATISXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLED-ATIS24
EMERGXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEEMERG24
EMERGXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEEMERG24
GND/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEGND/P24
GND/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLEGND/P24
LCL/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLELCL/P24
LCL/PXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTLLOUISVILLELCL/P24
SDF VOTXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE STANDIFD-SDF VOT-
UNICOMXXX.XXXLOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL-UNICOM-
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Airport Remarks

  • EXISTED PRIOR TO 1959.
  • BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
  • CTN: CONST IN PROG; FQT RWY & TWY CLOSURES PSBL.
  • ANG/123TAC RECON.
  • LINE UP & WAIT WAIVER IN EFCT SS-SR AT INT OF RWY 17R AT TWY B8 OR AT TWY A8 & INT OF RWY 35L AT TWY A OR AT TWY B.
  • ANG: DUTY HR 1200-2000Z/DT 1300-2100Z MON-THU; 1200-1800Z/DT 1300-1900Z FRI. APVL AUTH 123 AW/OGC; BASE OPS D741-4581/4584/ C502-413-4581/4584. ENG START & TAXI CLNC - DERBY OPS.
  • TAIL HGT 65 FT OR GTR 24 HR PPR.
  • ANG: FAA GP 6 ACFT 24 HR PPR.
  • MILITARY: CTN: BASH INFO - PHASE I: 1 NOV - 28 FEB AND 1 MAY - 31 AUG; PHASE II: 1 SEPT - 31 OCT AND 1 MAR - 30 APR.
  • PCR VALUE: 720/R/B/W/T
  • PCR VALUE: 970/R/B/W/T
  • PCR VALUE: 770/R/A/W/T
  • TWY E INTXN DEP 7700 FT AVBL.
  • STD DEP POINTS AT TWY B8 & TWY A8. REQS USE OF RWY 17R EXTN. TKOF AT TWY B8 ASDA/TORA/TODA 10245 FT.
  • STD DEP POINTS AT TWY A & TWY B; REQS USE OF RWY 35L EXTN; TKOF AT TWY A & TWY B ASDA/TORA/TODA 10250 FT.
  • TWY E2 INTXN DEP 6300 FT AVBL.

IFR Procedures

4 STARs, 5 Runway, 4 ILS, 19 Approaches, 7 SIDs, 5 H, 5 Localizer

DLAMP8EEVAA1GTGON1H17LZH17LZH17RZ
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KSDF Operational Overview

Location & Facility

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL (KSDF) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 500.8 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.1741°N, 85.7365°W.

Runways

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL has 3 runways. The longest runway (11/29) measures 7,251 feet by 150 feet with a conc surface. Other runways include 17L/35R (8,578 ft, CONC), 17R/35L (11,887 ft, CONC).

Communications & Operations

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL is a towered airport. A total of 20 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL offers 100LL,A,A+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL has 49 published instrument flight procedures, including 5 approaches, 7 SIDs (Standard Instrument Departures), and 4 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KSDF?

KSDF is the ICAO identifier for LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL, a public-use airport, located in LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, United States.

How many runways does LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL have?

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL (KSDF) has 3 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KSDF?

The field elevation of LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL is 500.8 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KSDF?

Yes, LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL offers 100LL,A,A+ fuel.

What is the longest runway at KSDF?

The longest runway at LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL is 11,887 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KSDF support?

The main runway at LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 75,000 lbs.

How do I access complete data for KSDF?

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Where is LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL located?

LOUISVILLE MUHAMMAD ALI INTL (KSDF) is located in LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, United States, at an elevation of 500.8 ft MSL.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:06 AM UTC
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