Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
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About Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is a public use airport in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States. Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU) is a non-hub primary commercial service airport owned by Eau Claire County and located three miles north of downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It serves as the largest airport in northwestern Wisconsin, covering 1,100 acres with two runways and providing facilities for general aviation, air cargo, and commercial flights. The airport offers scheduled service to Chicago O'Hare through United Express, operated by SkyWest Airlines, and seasonal service to Florida through Sun Country Airlines.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KEAUNOTAMs
KEAUReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22▸ displaced | 8,101 ft / 2,469 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | MINNEAPOLIS APP/DEP | 125.300 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.675 MHz |
| RDO | GREEN BAY RDO | 122.650 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAU CLAIRE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| EAU CLAIRE CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 11% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 55% | -1,515 ft | |
| Feb | 73% | -1,494 ft | |
| Mar | 76% | -596 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | 19 ft | |
| May | 84% | 991 ft | |
| Jun | 83% | 1,713 ft | |
| Jul | 83% | 1,854 ft | |
| Aug | 81% | 1,672 ft | |
| Sep | 80% | 1,211 ft | |
| Oct | 76% | 328 ft | |
| Nov | 65% | -600 ft | |
| Dec | 50% | -1,048 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,515–1,854 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chippewa Valley Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is KEAU, and its IATA code is EAU.
Where is Chippewa Valley Regional Airport located?
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is medium airport located in Eau Claire, United States, at an elevation of 913 ft (278 m).
How many runways does Chippewa Valley Regional Airport have?
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,101 ft / 2,469 m.
Which airlines fly to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Chippewa Valley Regional Airport include United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Chippewa Valley Regional Airport in?
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chippewa Valley Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chippewa Valley Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is Blunt Field (3WN8), about 4.8 nm to the nne, followed by Heyoka Field and Carlson Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chippewa Valley Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.