Marion Airport
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About Marion Airport
Marion Airport is a city-owned, public-use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) east of the central business district of Marion, a city in Linn County, Iowa, United States.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35▸ displaced | 3,776 ft / 1,151 m | 60 ft | Com | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 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.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE EASTERN IOWA AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | 4900 ft MSL |
| DZ PIA008 CONT | Special use | Danger | GND | 15000 ft GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliant Energy Building | 285 ft | 807 ft | — |
| Iowa Realty | 236 ft | 748 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 794 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Marion Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Marion Airport located?
Marion Airport is small airport located in Marion, United States, at an elevation of 862 ft (263 m).
How many runways does Marion Airport have?
Marion Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,776 ft / 1,151 m.
What time zone is Marion Airport in?
Marion Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Marion Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Marion Airport is approximately 1.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Marion Airport?
The nearest airport to Marion Airport is Mc Bride Field (7IA3), about 5.1 nm to the wnw, followed by Lerchs Airport and Chain Lakes Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Marion Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.