McConnell Air Force Base
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About McConnell Air Force Base
McConnell Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base located four miles (6 km) southeast of the central business district of Wichita, a city in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States. The airbase was named in honor of the brothers Fred and Thomas McConnell of Wichita, who had both been Air Force pilots and veterans of World War II. It is the home of Air Mobility Command's 22nd Air Refueling Wing, Air Force Reserve Command's 931st Air Refueling Wing, and the Kansas Air National Guard's 184th Wing.
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Live weather
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NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
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Where you can fly from here
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01R / 19L | 12,007 ft / 3,660 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 01L / 19R | 12,000 ft / 3,658 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACP | KS ANG OPS | 30.160 MHz |
| APP | WICHITA APP | 120.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.650 MHz |
| DEP | WICHITA DEP | 120.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118.000 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 37.520 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 31.100 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.220 MHz |
| RMP | BOEING GND | 123.125 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 127.250 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 6 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WICHITA MID-CONTINENT AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2700 ft MSL | 5300 ft MSL |
| WICHITA, MCCONNELL AFB CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3900 ft MSL |
| A683 0800-1900 MON-FRI | Special use | Danger | GND | 4500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from McConnell Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for McConnell Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for McConnell Air Force Base is KIAB, and its IATA code is IAB.
Where is McConnell Air Force Base located?
McConnell Air Force Base is medium airport located in Wichita, United States, at an elevation of 1,371 ft (418 m).
How many runways does McConnell Air Force Base have?
McConnell Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 12,007 ft / 3,660 m.
What time zone is McConnell Air Force Base in?
McConnell Air Force Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at McConnell Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at McConnell Air Force Base is approximately 2.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near McConnell Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to McConnell Air Force Base is Cessna Aircraft Field (CEA), about 1.8 nm to the nne, followed by Westport Auxiliary Airport and Beech Factory Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. McConnell Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.