Windy Plains Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 35m 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 Windy Plains Airport
Windy Plains Airport is a small airport in Cheyenne Wells, United States. It sits at an elevation of 4,184 ft (1,275 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 2,880 ft / 878 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is Rowdys Airport (US-6642), about 1.6 nm to the wsw.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 2,880 ft / 878 m | 40 ft | Asph-p | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 2,485 ft / 757 m | 30 ft | Dirt-grvl-f | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUGAR HIGH 0700L-2200L TUE-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 11000 ft MSL | FL180 |
| COUGAR LOW 0700L-2200L TUE-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 500 ft GND | 11000 ft MSL |
| EXCLUDED FROM COUGAR LOW | Special use | Danger | 500 ft GND | 1500 ft GND |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,173 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,163 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,147 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,436 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 4,101 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Windy Plains Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Windy Plains Airport located?
Windy Plains Airport is small airport located in Cheyenne Wells, United States, at an elevation of 4,184 ft (1,275 m).
How many runways does Windy Plains Airport have?
Windy Plains Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 2,880 ft / 878 m.
What time zone is Windy Plains Airport in?
Windy Plains Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Windy Plains Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Windy Plains Airport is approximately 6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Windy Plains Airport?
The nearest airport to Windy Plains Airport is Rowdys Airport (US-6642), about 1.6 nm to the wsw, followed by Clear Sky Ag Airport and Scherler Private Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Windy Plains Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.