Pryor Field Regional Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 17m 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 Pryor Field Regional Airport
Pryor Field Regional Airport, named for Schyler Pryor, a Southern Aviation Training School (SATS) instructor who was killed in a midair collision in February 1944, is a public airport located three miles (5 km) northeast of the central business district of Decatur and south of Athens, in Limestone County, Alabama, United States. It is owned by the Pryor Field Airport Authority.
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Live weather
KDCULive 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.
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 | 6,107 ft / 1,861 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HUNTSVILLE APP/DEP | 118.050 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 118.375 MHz |
| RDO | ANNISTON RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.075 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUNTSVILLE INTERNATIONAL-CARL T. JONES FIELD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 4600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 702 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 732 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 679 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 764 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 705 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 646 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 748 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 249 ft | 712 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pryor Field Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pryor Field Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Pryor Field Regional Airport is KDCU, and its IATA code is DCU.
Where is Pryor Field Regional Airport located?
Pryor Field Regional Airport is small airport located in Decatur, United States, at an elevation of 592 ft (180 m).
How many runways does Pryor Field Regional Airport have?
Pryor Field Regional Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,107 ft / 1,861 m.
What time zone is Pryor Field Regional Airport in?
Pryor Field Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pryor Field Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pryor Field Regional Airport is approximately 4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pryor Field Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Pryor Field Regional Airport is Huntsville International Airport (HSV), about 8.5 nm to the e, followed by Redstone Army Air Field and Beechwood Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pryor Field Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.