Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 6m 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 Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport
Scott Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base in St. Clair County, Illinois, near Belleville and O'Fallon, 17 miles (27 km) east-southeast of downtown St. Louis. Originally Scott Field, it was one of 32 Air Service training camps established after the United States entered World War I in April 1917. The present base serves as the headquarters of Air Mobility Command (AMC) and its showcase wing, and it is also the headquarters of the U.S. Transportation Command, a unified combatant command that coordinates transportation across all the services.
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Live weather
KBLVNOTAMs
KBLVReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14L / 32R | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 14R / 32L | 8,006 ft / 2,440 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ST LOUIS APP/DEP | 125.200 MHz |
| ACP | 126 ARW COMD POST | 138.550 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.700 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.750 MHz |
| GND | GND | 119.200 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 23.980 MHz |
| POST | 375 AW COMD POST | 130.650 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 139.850 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.650 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 17 of 30 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA H | Class B | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| BELLEVILLE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 13% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47% | -1,289 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | -1,052 ft | |
| Mar | 59% | -268 ft | |
| Apr | 70% | 386 ft | |
| May | 69% | 1,054 ft | |
| Jun | 78% | 1,621 ft | |
| Jul | 75% | 1,661 ft | |
| Aug | 78% | 1,557 ft | |
| Sep | 76% | 1,252 ft | |
| Oct | 64% | 343 ft | |
| Nov | 61% | -485 ft | |
| Dec | 49% | -755 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,289–1,661 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport?
The ICAO code for Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport is KBLV, and its IATA code is BLV.
Where is Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport located?
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport is medium airport located in Belleville, United States, at an elevation of 459 ft (140 m).
How many runways does Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport have?
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
Which airlines fly to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport?
Airlines historically serving Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport include Allegiant Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport in?
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport is approximately 2.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport?
The nearest airport to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport is Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing Area (6LL6), about 8.7 nm to the ese, followed by Furfaro Restricted Landing Area and Ben Emge Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.