Jimmy Carter Regional Airport
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About Jimmy Carter Regional Airport
Jimmy Carter Regional Airport, previously Souther Field is a public airport located four miles (6 km) northeast of the central business district of Americus, in Sumter County, Georgia, United States. It is owned by the Sumter County and Airport Authority.
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Live weather
KACJNOTAMs
KACJReference 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.
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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 | 6,011 ft / 1,832 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 3,786 ft / 1,154 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ATLANTA APP/DEP | 125.500 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 128.375 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.950 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jimmy Carter Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jimmy Carter Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Jimmy Carter Regional Airport is KACJ.
Where is Jimmy Carter Regional Airport located?
Jimmy Carter Regional Airport is small airport located in Americus, United States, at an elevation of 468 ft (143 m).
How many runways does Jimmy Carter Regional Airport have?
Jimmy Carter Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,011 ft / 1,832 m.
What time zone is Jimmy Carter Regional Airport in?
Jimmy Carter Regional Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jimmy Carter Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jimmy Carter Regional Airport is approximately 5.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jimmy Carter Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Jimmy Carter Regional Airport is Hodges Field Airport (US-0529), about 3.1 nm to the ene, followed by Lowell Field and Peterson Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jimmy Carter Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.