Bill Pugh Field
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 13m 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 Bill Pugh Field
Russellville Municipal Airport, also known as Bill Pugh Field, is a city-owned public-use airport located three nautical miles southeast of the central business district of Russellville, a city in Franklin County, Alabama, United States. It is included in the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20▸ displaced | 5,500 ft / 1,676 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLUMBUS 2 SR-SS NORM MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bill Pugh Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bill Pugh Field located?
Bill Pugh Field is small airport located in Russellville, United States, at an elevation of 723 ft (220 m).
How many runways does Bill Pugh Field have?
Bill Pugh Field has 1 runway, the longest being 5,500 ft / 1,676 m.
What time zone is Bill Pugh Field in?
Bill Pugh Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bill Pugh Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bill Pugh Field is approximately 3.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bill Pugh Field?
The nearest airport to Bill Pugh Field is Posey Field (K1M4), about 11.3 nm to the sse, followed by Big River Airpark and Elam's Landing Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bill Pugh Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.