Mount Sterling Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 40m 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 Mount Sterling Municipal Airport
Mount Sterling Municipal Airport is a public use airport located 2 miles west of Mount Sterling, Illinois. The airport is publicly owned.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 5,905 ft / 1,800 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | KANSAS CITY CNTR | 135.525 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOWARD EAST 0700-2200 SUN-SAT & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 9000 ft MSL | FL180 |
| PRUITT A 0900-1200 & 1300-1600 SUN-SAT & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 500 ft GND | 6000 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 679 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 646 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mount Sterling Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Sterling Municipal Airport located?
Mount Sterling Municipal Airport is small airport located in Mount Sterling, United States, at an elevation of 734 ft (224 m).
How many runways does Mount Sterling Municipal Airport have?
Mount Sterling Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,905 ft / 1,800 m.
What time zone is Mount Sterling Municipal Airport in?
Mount Sterling Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mount Sterling Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mount Sterling Municipal Airport is approximately 1.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mount Sterling Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Mount Sterling Municipal Airport is Herren Airport (IS56), about 7.1 nm to the nnw, followed by Schuy-Rush Airport and Kloker Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mount Sterling Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.