Fort Benton Airport
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About Fort Benton Airport
Fort Benton Airport is a small airport in Fort Benton, United States. It sits at an elevation of 2,869 ft (874 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 4,300 ft / 1,311 m. It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is Peterson Ranch Airport (MT77), about 17.9 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 4,300 ft / 1,311 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 1,700 ft / 518 m | 75 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
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 Fort Benton Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Fort Benton Airport located?
Fort Benton Airport is small airport located in Fort Benton, United States, at an elevation of 2,869 ft (874 m).
How many runways does Fort Benton Airport have?
Fort Benton Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,300 ft / 1,311 m.
What time zone is Fort Benton Airport in?
Fort Benton Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort Benton Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort Benton Airport is approximately 11.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort Benton Airport?
The nearest airport to Fort Benton Airport is Peterson Ranch Airport (MT77), about 17.9 nm to the sw, followed by Geraldine Airport and Owen Bros Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort Benton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.