Helena Regional Airport
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About Helena Regional Airport
Helena Regional Airport is a public airport two miles northeast of Helena, in Lewis and Clark County, Montana, United States. It is owned by the Helena Regional Airport Authority.
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Live weather
KHLNNOTAMs
KHLNReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 4,644 ft / 1,415 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16 / 34 | 2,989 ft / 911 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 40.650 MHz |
| RDO | GREAT FALLS RDO | 122.550 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (3)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 11 of 17 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELENA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 6400 ft MSL |
| HELENA 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: W (from about 270°), on 28% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 88% | 2,463 ft | |
| Feb | 84% | 2,256 ft | |
| Mar | 88% | 3,143 ft | |
| Apr | 91% | 3,638 ft | |
| May | 92% | 4,381 ft | |
| Jun | 97% | 4,905 ft | |
| Jul | 98% | 5,441 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 5,280 ft | |
| Sep | 92% | 4,707 ft | |
| Oct | 91% | 3,663 ft | |
| Nov | 91% | 2,946 ft | |
| Dec | 91% | 2,751 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,256–5,441 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Helena Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Helena Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Helena Regional Airport is KHLN, and its IATA code is HLN.
Where is Helena Regional Airport located?
Helena Regional Airport is medium airport located in Helena, United States, at an elevation of 3,877 ft (1,182 m).
How many runways does Helena Regional Airport have?
Helena Regional Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 9,000 ft / 2,743 m.
Which airlines fly to Helena Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Helena Regional Airport include Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Helena Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from Helena Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Helena Regional Airport in?
Helena Regional Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Helena Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Helena Regional Airport is approximately 11.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Helena Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Helena Regional Airport is Flying E Ranch Airport (39MT), about 4.3 nm to the wnw, followed by M4 Strip and Fort Harrison Army Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Helena Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.