Ruder Airport
Daylight today(Jul 20, 2026, local time)
About 14h 48m 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 Ruder Airport
Ruder Airport is a small airport in Maple Park, United States. It sits at an elevation of 855 ft (261 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,200 ft / 671 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport (KDKB), about 2.7 nm to the wnw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 2,200 ft / 671 m | 70 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerica Towers, Inc Plato Center Site | 302 ft | 1,033 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 899 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 863 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 817 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 873 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 876 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 866 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ruder Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ruder Airport located?
Ruder Airport is small airport located in Maple Park, United States, at an elevation of 855 ft (261 m).
How many runways does Ruder Airport have?
Ruder Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,200 ft / 671 m.
What time zone is Ruder Airport in?
Ruder Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ruder Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ruder Airport is approximately 3.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ruder Airport?
The nearest airport to Ruder Airport is DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport (KDKB), about 2.7 nm to the wnw, followed by Marshall Farms Airport and Colonial Acres Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ruder Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.