Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field
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About Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field
Guntersville Municipal Airport, also known as Joe Starnes Field, is a city-owned public-use airport located three nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Guntersville, a city in Marshall County, Alabama, United States. According to the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2009–2013, it is categorized 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 5,005 ft / 1,526 m | 75 ft | Concrete | Unlit | Open |
| 03 / 21▸ displaced | 3,368 ft / 1,027 m | 95 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HUNTSVILLE APP/DEP | 125.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field located?
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field is small airport located in Guntersville, United States, at an elevation of 615 ft (187 m).
How many runways does Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field have?
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field has 2 runways, the longest being 5,005 ft / 1,526 m.
What time zone is Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field in?
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field is approximately 4.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field?
The nearest airport to Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field is Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik Field (K8A0), about 10.5 nm to the s, followed by J5 Mike Airport and Flint River Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.