Denison Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 3, 2026, local time)
About 13h 4m 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 Denison Municipal Airport
Denison Municipal Airport is a city-owned, public-use airport located two nautical miles (4 km) southwest of the central business district of Denison, a city in Crawford County, Iowa, United States. It is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KDNSNOTAMs
KDNSReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 75 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 3,200 ft / 975 m | 60 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 06 / 24 | 1,780 ft / 543 m | 175 ft | Grs | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.950 MHz |
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 119.600 MHz |
| RDO | FORT DODGE RDO | 122.250 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRYPT SOUTH 0930-1100 & 1400-1530 TUE-SAT & BY NOTAM 134 | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | 17999 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 | — | 1,427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,480 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,444 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,463 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,496 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,480 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,480 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,480 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Denison Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Denison Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Denison Municipal Airport is KDNS, and its IATA code is DNS.
Where is Denison Municipal Airport located?
Denison Municipal Airport is small airport located in Denison, United States, at an elevation of 1,274 ft (388 m).
How many runways does Denison Municipal Airport have?
Denison Municipal Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Denison Municipal Airport in?
Denison Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Denison Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Denison Municipal Airport is approximately 1.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Denison Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Denison Municipal Airport is Woodbine Municipal Airport (3Y4), about 20.2 nm to the sw, followed by Ida Grove Municipal Airport and Wall Lake Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Denison Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.