Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 10m 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 Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport
Coleman A. Young International Airport is six miles northeast of downtown Detroit, in Wayne County, Michigan, United States. It is owned by the City of Detroit. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021 categorized it as a regional general aviation facility. In 2003, it was given its current name in honor of the late former mayor of Detroit Coleman A. Young.
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Live weather
KDETNOTAMs
KDETReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 5,092 ft / 1,552 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 4,025 ft / 1,227 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 126.850 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.875 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.850 MHz |
| RDO | LANSING RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 15 of 25 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA H | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3100 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 | 715 ft | 607 ft | — |
| Ally Detroit Center | 607 ft | 591 ft | — |
| Guardian Building | 495 ft | 620 ft | — |
| Book Tower | 476 ft | 617 ft | — |
| Renaissance Center Tower 300 | 472 ft | 564 ft | — |
| Renaissance Center Tower 100 | 472 ft | 564 ft | — |
| Renaissance Center Tower 200 | 472 ft | 564 ft | — |
| Renaissance Center Tower 400 | 472 ft | 564 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is KDET, and its IATA code is DET.
Where is Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport located?
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Detroit, United States, at an elevation of 626 ft (191 m).
How many runways does Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport have?
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,092 ft / 1,552 m.
What time zone is Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport in?
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is approximately 7.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is Windsor International Airport (YQG), about 8.4 nm to the sse, followed by Oakland Troy Airport and Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.