John Scharff Airport
Daylight today(Oct 18, 2026, local time)
About 11h 3m 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 John Scharff Airport
John Scharff Airport is a small airport in Clinton, United States. It sits at an elevation of 730 ft (223 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,835 ft / 559 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Thorp Airport (LL34), about 3.4 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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 | 1,835 ft / 559 m | 105 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 614 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 607 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 604 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 689 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 538 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 702 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 696 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 712 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from John Scharff Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is John Scharff Airport located?
John Scharff Airport is small airport located in Clinton, United States, at an elevation of 730 ft (223 m).
How many runways does John Scharff Airport have?
John Scharff Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,835 ft / 559 m.
What time zone is John Scharff Airport in?
John Scharff Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at John Scharff Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at John Scharff 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 John Scharff Airport?
The nearest airport to John Scharff Airport is Thorp Airport (LL34), about 3.4 nm to the nnw, followed by Sugar Hollow RLA Airport and Martin RLA Restricted Landing Area.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. John Scharff Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.