Cottonwood Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 58m 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 Cottonwood Airport
Cottonwood Airport is a small airport in Rockford, United States. It sits at an elevation of 741 ft (226 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,540 ft / 774 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is LZ Fairwinds Airport (LL78), about 1.4 nm to the nnw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36▸ displaced | 2,540 ft / 774 m | 260 ft | Turf-g | Lighted | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WXRX-FM (Belvidere) | 804 ft | 787 ft | — |
| WIFR-LD | 728 ft | 817 ft | — |
| WTVO-TV (Rockford) | 709 ft | 784 ft | — |
| WREX-TV (Rockford) | 653 ft | 892 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cottonwood Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cottonwood Airport located?
Cottonwood Airport is small airport located in Rockford, United States, at an elevation of 741 ft (226 m).
How many runways does Cottonwood Airport have?
Cottonwood Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,540 ft / 774 m.
What time zone is Cottonwood Airport in?
Cottonwood Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cottonwood Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cottonwood Airport is approximately 3.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cottonwood Airport?
The nearest airport to Cottonwood Airport is LZ Fairwinds Airport (LL78), about 1.4 nm to the nnw, followed by Darrington Airport and Latham Park Aero Estates Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cottonwood Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.