Central Nebraska Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Central Nebraska Regional Airport
Central Nebraska Regional Airport is three miles northeast of Grand Island, in Hall County, Nebraska. It is owned by the Hall County Airport Authority. The airport sees two airlines, Allegiant Air which flies independently and American Eagle which is subsidized by the federal Essential Air Service program. In 2016 the airport had 68,879 passenger boardings (enplanements), a 6.6% increase from the 64,602 enplanements in 2015. The airport had 7,961 enplanements in calendar year 2008, 20,136 in 2009 and 37,101 in 2010.
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Live weather
KGRINOTAMs
KGRIReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 7,002 ft / 2,134 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 6,608 ft / 2,014 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.400 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.900 MHz |
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 119.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 38.000 MHz |
| RDO | COLUMBUS RDO | 122.450 MHz |
| TWR | GRAND ISLAND TWR | 118.200 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND ISLAND CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 4300 ft MSL |
| GRAND ISLAND 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: S (from about 180°), on 15% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72% | 6 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 9 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | 937 ft | |
| Apr | 83% | 1,602 ft | |
| May | 78% | 2,393 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 3,164 ft | |
| Jul | 87% | 3,152 ft | |
| Aug | 84% | 3,054 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | 2,703 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 1,626 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | 871 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 314 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~6–3,164 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Central Nebraska Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Central Nebraska Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Central Nebraska Regional Airport is KGRI, and its IATA code is GRI.
Where is Central Nebraska Regional Airport located?
Central Nebraska Regional Airport is medium airport located in Grand Island, United States, at an elevation of 1,847 ft (563 m).
How many runways does Central Nebraska Regional Airport have?
Central Nebraska Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,002 ft / 2,134 m.
Which airlines fly to Central Nebraska Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Central Nebraska Regional Airport include Allegiant Air, American Airlines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Central Nebraska Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Central Nebraska Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Central Nebraska Regional Airport in?
Central Nebraska Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Central Nebraska Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Central Nebraska Regional Airport is approximately 3.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Central Nebraska Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Central Nebraska Regional Airport is Central City Municipal - Larry Reineke Field (07K), about 14.6 nm to the ne, followed by Aurora Municipal Al Potter Field and Sullivan Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Central Nebraska Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.