Forest City Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Oct 21, 2026, local time)
About 10h 47m 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 Forest City Municipal Airport
Forest City Municipal Airport is a public use airport in Hancock County, Iowa, United States. It is located two nautical miles (4 km) south of the central business district of Forest City, a city in Hancock County and Winnebago County. The airport is owned by the City of Forest City. It serves general aviation for Forest City and the surrounding area. Winnebago Industries operates an IAI Astra for company use with the 5800 runway. There is no scheduled air service.
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Live weather
KFXYNOTAMs
KFXYReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 5,796 ft / 1,767 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 2,707 ft / 825 m | 60 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 127.300 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,276 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,273 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,257 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,286 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,280 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,263 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,273 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,273 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Forest City Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Forest City Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Forest City Municipal Airport is KFXY, and its IATA code is FXY.
Where is Forest City Municipal Airport located?
Forest City Municipal Airport is small airport located in Forest City, United States, at an elevation of 1,229 ft (375 m).
How many runways does Forest City Municipal Airport have?
Forest City Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,796 ft / 1,767 m.
What time zone is Forest City Municipal Airport in?
Forest City Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Forest City Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Forest City Municipal Airport is approximately 0.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Forest City Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Forest City Municipal Airport is South 80 Field (2IA9), about 6.9 nm to the wsw, followed by Plain Ol' Field and Lake Mills Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Forest City Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.