Farrar Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 51m 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 Farrar Airport
Farrar Airport is a small airport in Maxwell, United States. It sits at an elevation of 916 ft (279 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,500 ft / 762 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Bascom Field (US-5477), about 6 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 80 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRNQ-FM (Des Moines);KDSM-TV (Des Moines) | 1,470 ft | 974 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 951 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 853 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 850 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 984 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,027 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Farrar Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Farrar Airport located?
Farrar Airport is small airport located in Maxwell, United States, at an elevation of 916 ft (279 m).
How many runways does Farrar Airport have?
Farrar Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,500 ft / 762 m.
What time zone is Farrar Airport in?
Farrar Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Farrar Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Farrar Airport is approximately 0.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Farrar Airport?
The nearest airport to Farrar Airport is Bascom Field (US-5477), about 6 nm to the w, followed by Ankeny Regional Airport and Morningstar Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Farrar Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.