Jack W Watson Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 57m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Jack W Watson Airport
Jack W Watson Airport is a small airport in DeKalb, United States. It sits at an elevation of 880 ft (268 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,800 ft / 853 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Uncle Chuck's Airport (IS80), about 3.9 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E / W | 2,800 ft / 853 m | 100 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 948 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 899 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 863 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 899 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 915 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 951 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jack W Watson Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jack W Watson Airport located?
Jack W Watson Airport is small airport located in DeKalb, United States, at an elevation of 880 ft (268 m).
How many runways does Jack W Watson Airport have?
Jack W Watson Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,800 ft / 853 m.
What time zone is Jack W Watson Airport in?
Jack W Watson Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jack W Watson Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jack W Watson Airport is approximately 3.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jack W Watson Airport?
The nearest airport to Jack W Watson Airport is Uncle Chuck's Airport (IS80), about 3.9 nm to the n, followed by Marshall Farms Airport and Wade Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jack W Watson Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.