Fulton County Airport Brown Field
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 9m 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 Fulton County Airport Brown Field
Fulton County Airport, also known as Charlie Brown Field or Brown’s Field, is a county-owned, public-use airport in Fulton County, Georgia, United States. It is located six nautical miles west of the central business district of Atlanta. The airport's name comes from the nickname of former Atlanta politician Charles M. Brown, who served on the city council and county commission during the 1960s. It is also called Charlie Brown Airport or Brown Field. On the radio, however, it is referred to as "County Tower" or "County Ground".
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Live weather
KFTYLive 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 5,797 ft / 1,767 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32▸ displaced | 4,157 ft / 1,267 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 09 / 27 | 2,801 ft / 854 m | 60 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ATLANTA APP/DEP | 121.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.175 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.450 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | MACON RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | COUNTY TWR | 118.450 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (6)
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATLANTA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| ATLANTA CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| ATLANTA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Plaza | 1,024 ft | 1,033 ft | — |
| State of Georgia Building | 886 ft | 1,102 ft | — |
| SunTrust Plaza | 869 ft | 1,073 ft | — |
| One Atlantic Center | 820 ft | 968 ft | — |
| 191 Peachtree Tower | 771 ft | 1,165 ft | — |
| Promenade II | 692 ft | 978 ft | — |
| AT&T Center | 676 ft | 1,056 ft | — |
| The Campanile | 656 ft | 988 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fulton County Airport Brown Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fulton County Airport Brown Field?
The ICAO code for Fulton County Airport Brown Field is KFTY, and its IATA code is FTY.
Where is Fulton County Airport Brown Field located?
Fulton County Airport Brown Field is medium airport located in Atlanta, United States, at an elevation of 841 ft (256 m).
How many runways does Fulton County Airport Brown Field have?
Fulton County Airport Brown Field has 3 runways, the longest being 5,797 ft / 1,767 m.
What time zone is Fulton County Airport Brown Field in?
Fulton County Airport Brown Field is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fulton County Airport Brown Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fulton County Airport Brown Field is approximately 5.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fulton County Airport Brown Field?
The nearest airport to Fulton County Airport Brown Field is Dobbins Air Reserve Base (MGE), about 8.2 nm to the n, followed by Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Miller Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fulton County Airport Brown Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.