Fairbury Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
About 12h 57m 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 Fairbury Municipal Airport
Fairbury Municipal Airport is a small airport in Fairbury, United States (ICAO KFBY, IATA FBY). It sits at an elevation of 1,479 ft (451 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 3,700 ft / 1,128 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Sutton Airport (NE35), about 18.6 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
KFBYNOTAMs
KFBYReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 3,700 ft / 1,128 m | 75 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 2,487 ft / 758 m | 150 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 126.400 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 3 of 3 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN BY NOTAM | 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 | — | 1,450 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,463 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,486 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,480 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,486 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,450 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,470 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,506 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fairbury Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fairbury Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Fairbury Municipal Airport is KFBY, and its IATA code is FBY.
Where is Fairbury Municipal Airport located?
Fairbury Municipal Airport is small airport located in Fairbury, United States, at an elevation of 1,479 ft (451 m).
How many runways does Fairbury Municipal Airport have?
Fairbury Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,700 ft / 1,128 m.
What time zone is Fairbury Municipal Airport in?
Fairbury Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fairbury Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fairbury Municipal Airport is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fairbury Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Fairbury Municipal Airport is Sutton Airport (NE35), about 18.6 nm to the wsw, followed by Hebron Municipal Airport and Beatrice Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fairbury Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.