Ellen Church Field
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 15h 7m 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 Ellen Church Field
Ellen Church Field is a small airport in Cresco, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,279 ft (390 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,949 ft / 899 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Matthias Field (US-5004), about 7.7 nm to the w.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 2,949 ft / 899 m | 50 ft | Conc-g | Lighted | Open |
Navaids(1)
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,319 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,296 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,332 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,299 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ellen Church Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ellen Church Field located?
Ellen Church Field is small airport located in Cresco, United States, at an elevation of 1,279 ft (390 m).
How many runways does Ellen Church Field have?
Ellen Church Field has 1 runway, the longest being 2,949 ft / 899 m.
What time zone is Ellen Church Field in?
Ellen Church Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ellen Church Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ellen Church Field is approximately 0.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ellen Church Field?
The nearest airport to Ellen Church Field is Matthias Field (US-5004), about 7.7 nm to the w, followed by Pietenpol Field and High Grove Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ellen Church Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.