Ankeny Regional Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 8m 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 Ankeny Regional Airport
Ankeny Regional Airport is a mile (2 km) southeast of Ankeny, in Polk County, Iowa. It is owned by the Polk County Aviation Authority.
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Live weather
KIKVNOTAMs
KIKVReference 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.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 5,500 ft / 1,676 m | 100 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22▸ displaced | 4,200 ft / 1,280 m | 75 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | DES MOINES APP/DEP | 123.900 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.175 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.650 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.900 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES MOINES INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| ANKENY CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KBTV-TV (Des Moines);KCCI-TV (Des Moines) | 1,991 ft | 968 ft | — |
| WHO-TV (Des Moines);WOI-FM (Ames);KDIN-TV (Des Moines);KLYF-FM (Des Moines);WOI-TV (Ames) | 1,991 ft | 994 ft | — |
| KRNQ-FM (Des Moines);KDSM-TV (Des Moines) | 1,470 ft | 974 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 630 ft | 896 ft | — |
| AT&T Microwave Tower | 459 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 446 ft | 991 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 866 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 948 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ankeny Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ankeny Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Ankeny Regional Airport is KIKV.
Where is Ankeny Regional Airport located?
Ankeny Regional Airport is small airport located in Ankeny, United States, at an elevation of 910 ft (277 m).
How many runways does Ankeny Regional Airport have?
Ankeny Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,500 ft / 1,676 m.
What time zone is Ankeny Regional Airport in?
Ankeny Regional Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ankeny Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ankeny Regional Airport is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ankeny Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Ankeny Regional Airport is Morningstar Field (Y76), about 4.1 nm to the wsw, followed by Bascom Field and Kern Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ankeny Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.