Danbury Municipal Airport
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About Danbury Municipal Airport
Danbury Municipal Airport is a public use general aviation and commercial airport located three miles southwest of the central business district of Danbury, in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. The airport became operational in 1930 and has been administered by the City of Danbury, currently under the management of Michael Safranek. Additionally, the airport is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021, in which it is categorized as a regional reliever airport facility.
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Live weather
KDXRLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26▸ displaced | 4,421 ft / 1,348 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35▸ displaced | 3,135 ft / 956 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | NEW YORK APP/DEP | 126.400 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 127.750 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.750 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.400 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (5)
Arrivals (STARs) (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANBURY 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Danbury Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Danbury Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Danbury Municipal Airport is KDXR, and its IATA code is DXR.
Where is Danbury Municipal Airport located?
Danbury Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Danbury, United States, at an elevation of 458 ft (140 m).
How many runways does Danbury Municipal Airport have?
Danbury Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,421 ft / 1,348 m.
What time zone is Danbury Municipal Airport in?
Danbury Municipal Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Danbury Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Danbury Municipal Airport is approximately 12.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Danbury Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Danbury Municipal Airport is Flying Ridge Airstrip (CT52), about 8.6 nm to the e, followed by Docktors Field and Candlelight Farms Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Danbury Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.