Mountain Empire Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 59m 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 Mountain Empire Airport
Mountain Empire Airport is a public use airport in Smyth County, Virginia, United States. It located nine nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Marion and 13 nautical miles west of Wytheville. The airport is situated between Interstate 81 and U.S. Route 11, near Groseclose. It is owned by Smyth Wythe Airport Commission.
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Live weather
KMKJNOTAMs
KMKJReference 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.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 5,252 ft / 1,601 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 123.875 MHz |
| CNTR | ATLANTA CNTR | 132.900 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mountain Empire Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mountain Empire Airport?
The ICAO code for Mountain Empire Airport is KMKJ.
Where is Mountain Empire Airport located?
Mountain Empire Airport is small airport located in Rural Retreat, United States, at an elevation of 2,558 ft (780 m).
How many runways does Mountain Empire Airport have?
Mountain Empire Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,252 ft / 1,601 m.
What time zone is Mountain Empire Airport in?
Mountain Empire Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mountain Empire Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mountain Empire Airport is approximately 7.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mountain Empire Airport?
The nearest airport to Mountain Empire Airport is Burkes Garden Airport (VA07), about 12.1 nm to the n, followed by South Fork Field and Catron Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mountain Empire Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.