Little Wheel Field
Daylight today(Jul 20, 2026, local time)
About 14h 55m 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 Little Wheel Field
Little Wheel Field is a small airport in Cottage Grove, United States. It sits at an elevation of 900 ft (274 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,000 ft / 610 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Quale Airport (87WI), about 0.9 nm to the sse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 80 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MADISON CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2300 ft MSL | 4900 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin State Capitol | 285 ft | 981 ft | — |
| WHA-AM | 259 ft | 863 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Little Wheel Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Little Wheel Field located?
Little Wheel Field is small airport located in Cottage Grove, United States, at an elevation of 900 ft (274 m).
How many runways does Little Wheel Field have?
Little Wheel Field has 1 runway, the longest being 2,000 ft / 610 m.
What time zone is Little Wheel Field in?
Little Wheel Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Little Wheel Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Little Wheel Field 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 Little Wheel Field?
The nearest airport to Little Wheel Field is Quale Airport (87WI), about 0.9 nm to the sse, followed by Blackhawk Airfield and Wisersky Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Little Wheel Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.