Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 42m 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 Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) is a United States Air Force base and census-designated place just east of Dayton, Ohio, in Greene and Montgomery counties. It includes both Wright and Patterson Fields, which were originally Wilbur Wright Field and Fairfield Aviation General Supply Depot. Patterson Field is about 16 kilometres (10 mi) northeast of Dayton; Wright Field is about 8.0 kilometres (5 mi) northeast of Dayton.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KFFOLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L / 23R | 12,600 ft / 3,840 m | 300 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 05R / 23L | 7,000 ft / 2,134 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | DAYTON APP/DEP | 118.850 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.475 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.460 MHz |
| POST | 445AW AFRC COMD POST | 34.940 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 122.850 MHz |
| TWR | PATTERSON TWR | 126.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (10)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAYTON, JAMES M. COX-DAYTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2400 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| DAYTON CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3400 ft MSL |
| DAYTON CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratacache Tower | 407 ft | 764 ft | — |
| Key Bank Tower | 384 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Fifth Third Center | 335 ft | 735 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 331 ft | 748 ft | — |
| Premier Health Center | 328 ft | 751 ft | — |
| Liberty Tower | 295 ft | 787 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 289 ft | 768 ft | — |
| Centre City Building | 276 ft | 823 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is KFFO, and its IATA code is FFO.
Where is Wright-Patterson Air Force Base located?
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is medium airport located in Dayton, United States, at an elevation of 823 ft (251 m).
How many runways does Wright-Patterson Air Force Base have?
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 12,600 ft / 3,840 m.
What time zone is Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in?
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is approximately 6.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is Andy Barnhart Memorial Airport (3OH0), about 6.5 nm to the nne, followed by Hammond Airport and Greene County/Lewis A. Jackson Regional Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.