Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 18m 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 Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field
Huntsville Executive Airport, also known as Tom Sharp Jr. Field and formerly Madison County Executive Airport, is a public-use airport in Madison County, Alabama, United States. It is owned by the Executive Flight Center and located eight nautical miles (14.80 km) northeast of the central business district of Huntsville. According to the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2009–2013, it is categorized as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KMDQLive 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.
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 | 6,500 ft / 1,981 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HUNTSVILLE APP/DEP | 125.600 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 120.000 MHz |
| RDO | HUNTSVILLE RDO | 121.725 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WZYP-FM (Athens) | 1,115 ft | 1,243 ft | — |
| WAHR-FM (Huntsville) | 984 ft | 1,204 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field?
The ICAO code for Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field is KMDQ.
Where is Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field located?
Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field is small airport located in Huntsville, United States, at an elevation of 756 ft (230 m).
How many runways does Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field have?
Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field has 1 runway, the longest being 6,500 ft / 1,981 m.
What time zone is Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field in?
Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field is approximately 4.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field?
The nearest airport to Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field is Hazel Green Airport (M38), about 5.5 nm to the nw, followed by Big Sky Airport and Moontown Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.