West Houston Airport
Daylight today(Sep 3, 2026, local time)
About 12h 42m 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 West Houston Airport
West Houston Airport is a privately owned, public use airport in Harris County, Texas, 15 miles west of Downtown Houston in the Greater Katy area. It opened in 1962 and was known as Lakeside Airport until the early 1980s due to its location near the edge of Addicks reservoir.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KIWSNOTAMs
KIWSReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 3,953 ft / 1,205 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HOUSTON APP/DEP | 123.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.150 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.050 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 11 of 38 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| HOUSTON CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Felipe Plaza | 627 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 318 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 308 ft | 108 ft | — |
| One BriarLake Plaza | 289 ft | 131 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from West Houston Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for West Houston Airport?
The ICAO code for West Houston Airport is KIWS, and its IATA code is IWS.
Where is West Houston Airport located?
West Houston Airport is small airport located in Houston, United States, at an elevation of 111 ft (34 m).
How many runways does West Houston Airport have?
West Houston Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,953 ft / 1,205 m.
What time zone is West Houston Airport in?
West Houston Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at West Houston Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at West Houston Airport is approximately 1.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near West Houston Airport?
The nearest airport to West Houston Airport is Freeman Property Airport (US-4523), about 6.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Dry Creek Airport and Covey Trails Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. West Houston Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.