General Dewitt Spain Airport
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About General Dewitt Spain Airport
General DeWitt Spain Airport is a civil, public airport located five miles (8 km) northwest of the central business district of Memphis, a city in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. It is owned and operated by the Memphis - Shelby County Airport Authority.
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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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 3,799 ft / 1,158 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MEMPHIS APP | 119.100 MHz |
| DEP | MEMPHIS DEP | 124.650 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 2 of 2 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEMPHIS CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MEMPHIS CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 North Main | 430 ft | 413 ft | — |
| Raymond James Tower | 404 ft | 272 ft | — |
| One Commerce Square | 404 ft | 371 ft | — |
| Clark Tower | 400 ft | 312 ft | — |
| First Tennessee Bank Building | 331 ft | 266 ft | — |
| Memphis Pyramid | 299 ft | 279 ft | — |
| 99 Tower Place | 295 ft | 351 ft | — |
| IBank Tower | 279 ft | 436 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Dewitt Spain Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is General Dewitt Spain Airport located?
General Dewitt Spain Airport is small airport located in Memphis, United States, at an elevation of 225 ft (69 m).
How many runways does General Dewitt Spain Airport have?
General Dewitt Spain Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,799 ft / 1,158 m.
What time zone is General Dewitt Spain Airport in?
General Dewitt Spain Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Dewitt Spain Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Dewitt Spain Airport is approximately 1.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Dewitt Spain Airport?
The nearest airport to General Dewitt Spain Airport is Treasure Island Airport (US-8731), about 6.8 nm to the ssw, followed by Isle-A-Port STOLport and Shoemaker-Shelby Forest Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Dewitt Spain Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.