Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 33m 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 Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field
Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is a medium airport in Fort Carson, United States (ICAO KFCS, IATA FCS). It sits at an elevation of 5,838 ft (1,779 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,500 ft / 1,372 m. It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS), about 8.1 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
KFCSLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 4,500 ft / 1,372 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SPRINGS APP/DEP | 124.000 MHz |
| A/G | FLT FLW | 38.350 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 108.800 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 44.100 MHz |
| PTD | PTD/OPS | 141.150 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 125.500 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORT CARSON CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 8400 ft MSL |
| R2601A 0500-2400 LCL MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| R2601B BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | 12500 ft MSL | 22500 ft MSL |
| R2601C BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | 22500 ft MSL | 35000 ft MSL |
| R2601D BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | 35000 ft MSL | 60000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo | 246 ft | 6,027 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field?
The ICAO code for Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is KFCS, and its IATA code is FCS.
Where is Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field located?
Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is medium airport located in Fort Carson, United States, at an elevation of 5,838 ft (1,779 m).
How many runways does Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field have?
Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field has 1 runway, the longest being 4,500 ft / 1,372 m.
What time zone is Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field in?
Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field?
The nearest airport to Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS), about 8.1 nm to the nne, followed by USAF Academy Airfield and Meadow Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.