Fort Smith Regional Airport
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About Fort Smith Regional Airport
Fort Smith Regional Airport is a public use airport located near the Interstate 540 freeway three nautical miles (6 km) southeast of the central business district of Fort Smith, in Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States. FSM is governed by the Fort Smith Airport Commission as established by the City of Fort Smith, Arkansas. It serves the transportation needs of residents and businesses of western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma. FSM is currently served by American Eagle, the regional airline affiliate of American Airlines. It has a large population of corporate and general aviation aircraft. A full-service fixed-base operator (FBO), Signature Flight Support, provides service to general aviation, airline, and military operators.
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Live weather
KFSMNOTAMs
KFSMReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 5,002 ft / 1,525 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RAZORBACK APP | 120.175 MHz |
| APP | RAZORBACK APP | 35.357 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.300 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 133.850 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| DEP | RAZORBACK DEP | 120.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | JONESBORO RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Showing 8 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORT SMITH CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| FORT SMITH 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.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 17% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 74% | -951 ft | |
| Feb | 71% | -583 ft | |
| Mar | 83% | 299 ft | |
| Apr | 84% | 790 ft | |
| May | 85% | 1,285 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 1,829 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 1,970 ft | |
| Aug | 94% | 1,879 ft | |
| Sep | 90% | 1,555 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 773 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | -73 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | -435 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-951–1,970 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fort Smith Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fort Smith Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Smith Regional Airport is KFSM, and its IATA code is FSM.
Where is Fort Smith Regional Airport located?
Fort Smith Regional Airport is medium airport located in Fort Smith, United States, at an elevation of 469 ft (143 m).
How many runways does Fort Smith Regional Airport have?
Fort Smith Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,000 ft / 2,438 m.
Which airlines fly to Fort Smith Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Fort Smith Regional Airport include Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Fort Smith Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Fort Smith Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Fort Smith Regional Airport in?
Fort Smith Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort Smith Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort Smith Regional Airport is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort Smith Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Fort Smith Regional Airport is Semper Fi Landing (OL42), about 7.5 nm to the sw, followed by Arrowhead Assault Strip and Venture Aerodrome Airpark Nr 2 Ultralightport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort Smith Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.