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KTYSAIRPORT

MC GHEE TYSON

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee

986.4 ft MSL

2

Runways

25

Frequencies

22

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KTYS

FAA

TYS

Elevation

986.4 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

25

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100LL,A,A++

Coordinates

35.811, -83.994

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

986.4 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

122.95 MHz

Fuel Types

100LL,A,A++

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

ATLANTA

Coordinates

35.8111, -83.9941

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

ALL

Current Weather

— — —Updated …

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
05L/23R05L / 23R10,000 ft150 ftCONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 120,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 250,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 550,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 1,120,000 lbs
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05R/23L05R / 23L9,000 ft150 ftASPHHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 75,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 250,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 489,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 1,106,000 lbs
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Frequencies

ANG OPS (2)APCH (5)ARNG OPS (3)ATIS (1)CD (1)CLASS C (4)EMERG (2)GND (2)LCL (2)MC GHEE TYSON RCO (1)TYS VOT (1)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
ANG OPS303.25MC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEANG OPS24
ANG OPS143.8MC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEANG OPS24
APCH/P DEP/P353.6MC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P24
APCH/P DEP/PXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P24
APCH/P DEP/P ICXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P IC24
APCH/P DEP/P ICXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEAPCH/P DEP/P IC24
APCH/S DEP/SXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEAPCH/S DEP/S24
ARNG OPSXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEARNG OPS24
ARNG OPSXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEARNG OPS24
ARNG OPSXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEARNG OPS24
ATISXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEATIS24
CD/PXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLECD/P24
CLASS CXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLECLASS C24
CLASS CXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLECLASS C24
CLASS CXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLECLASS C24
CLASS CXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLECLASS C24
EMERGXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEEMERG24
EMERGXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEEMERG24
GND/PXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEGND/P24
GND/PXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLEGND/P24
LCL/PXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLELCL/P24
LCL/PXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONKNOXVILLELCL/P24
MC GHEE TYSON RCOXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSONMC GHEE TYSONMC GHEE TYSON RCO-
TYS VOTXXX.XXXKNOXVILLE-TYS VOT-
UNICOMXXX.XXXMC GHEE TYSON-UNICOM-
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Airport Remarks

  • BIRDS ON & INVOF OF ARPT; INCRD OCT-APR.
  • CIVIL PPR TO USE TWYS G1, G2, G3 & G SOUTH OF TWY G4 - ANG 865-336-4371.
  • RWY 23L & 23R DEP MNTN RWY HDG UNTIL PASSING RESIDENTIAL AREA S OF EXTDD CNTRLN UNLESS INSTRD BY ATC.
  • WIDE BODY USE CTN TURNING ONTO TWY A FM RAMP 4, 5 & 6.
  • CTN: PTN OF TWY A NEAR RWY 05R APCH END NOT VSB FM TWR.
  • ANG OPS CTC SODA CTL 303.025.
  • ANG: COMD POST H24 - D266-4371/ C865-336-4371. AMGR DOES NOT ISSUE OR STORE COMSEC FOR TSNT. TMPRY STOR OF CLASSIFIED MATERIALS UP TO TOP SECRET AT COMD POST.
  • ANG: PPR 24 HR PN RQR, LTD TO OFFL BUS ONLY, CTC AIRFIELD MGMT DSN 266-4404/4419, C865-336-4404/4419. OPR 0700-1630 MON-FRI (CLSD EV OTH MON), FAC CLSD SAT, SUN AND HOL.
  • CTN: HOLD SHORT LINE FOR RWY 23L SLIGHTLY N OF TWY A-8.
  • ANG: ARNG RAMP NOT SUITABLE FOR AMC ACFT EXC C-21.
  • CSTMS/AG/IMG: MIL CUSTOMS 72 HR PPR.
  • RWY 5L/23R & 5R/23L WT BRG CPTY FOR 2S LNDG GEAR IS 175.
  • ACFT DESIGN GROUP V OR LRGR USING TRML RAMP RQR PPR 865-342-3177.
  • GA RAMP NOT AVBL FOR ACR OPS.
  • ARNG: BASEOPS OPR 0700-1630 MON-FRI (CLSD EV OTH MON), FAC CLSD SAT, SUN AND HOL. C629-332-8765/8809, DSN 312-683-8765/8809.
  • RWY 05R/23L DIST RMNG SIGNS ARE REMOVED.
  • MIL CONTR FUEL AVBL.
  • PCR VALUE: 761/R/B/W/T
  • PCR VALUE: 492/F/B/X/U

IFR Procedures

1 STARs, 4 Runway, 3 ILS, 11 Approaches, 3 Localizer

I05LI05LI23LI23LI23RI23R
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KTYS Operational Overview

Location & Facility

MC GHEE TYSON (KTYS) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 986.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.8111°N, 83.9941°W.

Runways

MC GHEE TYSON has 2 runways. The longest runway (05L/23R) measures 10,000 feet by 150 feet with a conc surface. Other runways include 05R/23L (9,000 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

MC GHEE TYSON is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 128.35 MHz. A total of 25 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

MC GHEE TYSON offers 100LL,A,A++ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

MC GHEE TYSON has 22 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach. 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 KTYS?

KTYS is the ICAO identifier for MC GHEE TYSON, a public-use airport, located in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, United States.

How many runways does MC GHEE TYSON have?

MC GHEE TYSON (KTYS) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KTYS?

The field elevation of MC GHEE TYSON is 986.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KTYS?

Yes, MC GHEE TYSON offers 100LL,A,A++ fuel.

What is the longest runway at KTYS?

The longest runway at MC GHEE TYSON is 10,000 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KTYS support?

The main runway at MC GHEE TYSON supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 120,000 lbs.

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Where is MC GHEE TYSON located?

MC GHEE TYSON (KTYS) is located in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, United States, at an elevation of 986.4 ft MSL.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:13 AM UTC
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