Flying Cloud Airport
Daylight today(Oct 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 58m 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 Flying Cloud Airport
Flying Cloud Airport is a public airport located in the city of Eden Prairie in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States, about 11 miles (18 km) southwest of the central business district (CBD) of Minneapolis.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KFCMNOTAMs
KFCMReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10R / 28L | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10L / 28R | 3,901 ft / 1,189 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 2,690 ft / 820 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | MINNEAPOLIS APP/DEP | 125.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.900 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 24 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 7000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS, FLYING CLOUD AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3400 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS, FLYING CLOUD AIRPORT CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDS Tower | 791 ft | 1,037 ft | — |
| Capella Tower | 778 ft | 1,037 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Center | 774 ft | 1,017 ft | — |
| 33 S Sixth | 669 ft | 1,030 ft | — |
| Campbell Mithun Tower | 581 ft | 883 ft | — |
| US Bank Plaza | 561 ft | 1,053 ft | — |
| Ameriprise Financial Center | 499 ft | 843 ft | — |
| Target Plaza South | 492 ft | 915 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Flying Cloud Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Flying Cloud Airport?
The ICAO code for Flying Cloud Airport is KFCM, and its IATA code is FCM.
Where is Flying Cloud Airport located?
Flying Cloud Airport is small airport located in Minneapolis, United States, at an elevation of 906 ft (276 m).
How many runways does Flying Cloud Airport have?
Flying Cloud Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 5,001 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Flying Cloud Airport in?
Flying Cloud Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Flying Cloud Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Flying Cloud Airport is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Flying Cloud Airport?
The nearest airport to Flying Cloud Airport is Sky Park Airport (MN67), about 10.4 nm to the ssw, followed by Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field and Stocker Private Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Flying Cloud Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.