David Gillespie Airport
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 14h 43m 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 David Gillespie Airport
David Gillespie Airport is a small airport in Marseilles, United States. It sits at an elevation of 730 ft (223 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,600 ft / 792 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Mitchell Restricted Landing Area Airport (67IL), about 1.5 nm to the ese.
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 | 2,600 ft / 792 m | 145 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 673 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 696 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 722 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 715 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 591 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 620 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 633 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 699 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from David Gillespie Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is David Gillespie Airport located?
David Gillespie Airport is small airport located in Marseilles, United States, at an elevation of 730 ft (223 m).
How many runways does David Gillespie Airport have?
David Gillespie Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,600 ft / 792 m.
What time zone is David Gillespie Airport in?
David Gillespie Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at David Gillespie Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at David Gillespie Airport is approximately 3.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near David Gillespie Airport?
The nearest airport to David Gillespie Airport is Mitchell Restricted Landing Area Airport (67IL), about 1.5 nm to the ese, followed by Spring Brook Airport and Jim Wehrli Memorial Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. David Gillespie Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.