Grissom Air Reserve Base
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About Grissom Air Reserve Base
Grissom Air Reserve Base is an active United States Air Force base, located about 12 miles (19 km) north of Kokomo in Cass and Miami counties in Indiana. The facility was established as a U.S. Navy installation, Naval Air Station Bunker Hill, in 1942 and was an active Air Force installation, Bunker Hill Air Force Base from 1954 to 1968, and Grissom Air Force Base from 1968 to 1994. Pursuant to a BRAC 1991 decision, the installation was downsized to an Air Force Reserve installation and renamed Grissom Air Reserve Base.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KGUSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 12,501 ft / 3,810 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | GRISSOM A/D WEST | 123.850 MHz |
| A/D | A/D INITIAL CONTACT | 121.050 MHz |
| A/D | GRISSOM A/D SECONDARY | 135.350 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 108.450 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.425 MHz |
| CTR | CHICAGO CTR | 121.050 MHz |
| GND | GND | 128.425 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.460 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 372.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 133.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRISSOM ARB CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3300 ft MSL |
| HILL TOP 0800-1900 TUE-SAT & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 10000 ft MSL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PowerWind 56 | — | 794 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Grissom Air Reserve Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Grissom Air Reserve Base?
The ICAO code for Grissom Air Reserve Base is KGUS, and its IATA code is GUS.
Where is Grissom Air Reserve Base located?
Grissom Air Reserve Base is medium airport located in Peru, United States, at an elevation of 812 ft (247 m).
How many runways does Grissom Air Reserve Base have?
Grissom Air Reserve Base has 1 runway, the longest being 12,501 ft / 3,810 m.
What time zone is Grissom Air Reserve Base in?
Grissom Air Reserve Base is in the America/Indiana/Indianapolis time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Grissom Air Reserve Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Grissom Air Reserve Base is approximately 5.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Grissom Air Reserve Base?
The nearest airport to Grissom Air Reserve Base is Caldwell Field (54II), about 1.4 nm to the s, followed by Robison Airport and Shinn Bone Lane Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Grissom Air Reserve Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.