Chester 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 Chester Airport
Chester Airport is a public use airport located three miles (5 km) southwest of the central business district of Chester, a town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States. It is privately owned by Whelen Aviation. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021, in which it is categorized as a general aviation facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSNCNOTAMs
KSNCReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35▸ displaced | 2,722 ft / 830 m | 50 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | NEW YORK APP/DEP | 124.075 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 118.325 MHz |
| RDO | BRIDGEPORT RDO | 122.250 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.725 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Arrivals (STARs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chester Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chester Airport?
The ICAO code for Chester Airport is KSNC.
Where is Chester Airport located?
Chester Airport is small airport located in Chester, United States, at an elevation of 416 ft (127 m).
How many runways does Chester Airport have?
Chester Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,722 ft / 830 m.
What time zone is Chester Airport in?
Chester Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chester Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chester Airport is approximately 13.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chester Airport?
The nearest airport to Chester Airport is Goodspeed Airport (42B), about 4.3 nm to the nne, followed by Devils Hopyard Field and Maplewood Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chester Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.