Macon County Airport
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 14h 11m 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 Macon County Airport
Macon County Airport is a public use airport in Macon County, North Carolina, United States. Owned by the Macon County Airport Authority, it is located three nautical miles (6 km) northwest of central business district of Franklin, North Carolina, in the Iotla Valley of the Great Smoky Mountains. This airport is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 5,002 ft / 1,525 m | 100 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 118.225 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.050 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SNOWBIRD INT 0800-2100 LCL DAILY BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 11000 ft MSL | FL180 |
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 Macon County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Macon County Airport located?
Macon County Airport is small airport located in Franklin, United States, at an elevation of 2,020 ft (616 m).
How many runways does Macon County Airport have?
Macon County Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,002 ft / 1,525 m.
What time zone is Macon County Airport in?
Macon County Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Macon County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Macon County Airport is approximately 6.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Macon County Airport?
The nearest airport to Macon County Airport is Jackson County Airport (K24A), about 11.7 nm to the ene, followed by Sossamon Field (Unused) and Reagans Roost Ultralightport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Macon County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.