Frederick Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
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About Frederick Municipal Airport
Frederick Municipal Airport is a public airport located in the city of Frederick, in Frederick County, Maryland, United States. This airport is publicly owned by the City of Frederick.
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Live weather
KFDKNOTAMs
KFDKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 5,819 ft / 1,774 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 3,599 ft / 1,097 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | POTOMAC APP/DEP | 126.750 MHz |
| ATIS/AWOS | ATIS/AWOS 3 | 124.875 MHz |
| CLD | POTOMAC CLNC DEL | 126.900 MHz |
| CTAF | — | 132.400 MHz |
| RDO | LEESBURG RDO | 109.000 MHz |
| TWR | Frederick Tower | 132.400 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 14 of 15 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FREDERICK CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2800 ft MSL |
| FREDERICK CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 2800 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 Frederick Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Frederick Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Frederick Municipal Airport is KFDK, and its IATA code is FDK.
Where is Frederick Municipal Airport located?
Frederick Municipal Airport is small airport located in Frederick, United States, at an elevation of 303 ft (92 m).
How many runways does Frederick Municipal Airport have?
Frederick Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,819 ft / 1,774 m.
What time zone is Frederick Municipal Airport in?
Frederick Municipal Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Frederick Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Frederick Municipal Airport is approximately 10.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Frederick Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Frederick Municipal Airport is Ijamsville Airport (4MD8), about 3.9 nm to the sse, followed by Burhans Memorial Airport and Stolcrest STOLport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Frederick Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.