Fort Meade Executive Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 38m 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 Fort Meade Executive Airport
Fort Meade Executive Airport is a public airport just south of Fort George G. Meade in Odenton, Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The facility is bordered by Fort Meade, the National Security Agency, and the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. The airport opened in 1999 on the site of a former United States Army Airfield that was closed in 1995. It is operated by the Tipton Airport Authority.
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Live weather
KFMELive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | POTOMAC APP DEP | 119.700 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 123.925 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.050 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA FRZ | Special use | Restricted | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 141 ft | — |
| W3VPR 147.075 Repeater | 420 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 371 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 305 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 141 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fort Meade Executive Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fort Meade Executive Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Meade Executive Airport is KFME, and its IATA code is FME.
Where is Fort Meade Executive Airport located?
Fort Meade Executive Airport is medium airport located in Fort Meade(Odenton), United States, at an elevation of 150 ft (46 m).
How many runways does Fort Meade Executive Airport have?
Fort Meade Executive Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Fort Meade Executive Airport in?
Fort Meade Executive Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort Meade Executive Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort Meade Executive Airport is approximately 10.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort Meade Executive Airport?
The nearest airport to Fort Meade Executive Airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), about 6.9 nm to the ne, followed by Fairview Airport and Freeway Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort Meade Executive Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.