McCreary County Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 56m 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 McCreary County Airport
McCreary County Airport is a public airport located in unincorporated McCreary County, Kentucky, USA, 3 miles (4.8 km) northeast of the central business district (CBD) of Pine Knot. It is a very small, publicly owned public-use general aviation airport. The airport lies adjacent to United States Penitentiary, McCreary and has one unattended hangar containing several ultralight aircraft. Its elevation is 1370 MSL and it has one well-maintained asphalt runway, 4/22.
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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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 2,999 ft / 914 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 3 of 3 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from McCreary County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is McCreary County Airport located?
McCreary County Airport is small airport located in Pine Knot, United States, at an elevation of 1,370 ft (418 m).
How many runways does McCreary County Airport have?
McCreary County Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,999 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is McCreary County Airport in?
McCreary County Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at McCreary County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at McCreary County Airport is approximately 5.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near McCreary County Airport?
The nearest airport to McCreary County Airport is Carr Airport (72KY), about 10.1 nm to the ene, followed by Williamsburg Whitley County Airport and Scott Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. McCreary County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.