Ely Municipal Airport
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About Ely Municipal Airport
Ely Municipal Airport is a public airport located in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States, four miles south of the city of Ely, which owns the airport.
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Live weather
KELONOTAMs
KELOReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 5,596 ft / 1,706 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 132.025 MHz |
| RDO | PRINCETON RDO | 109.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
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.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELY CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| SNOOPY WEST BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 6000 ft MSL | FL180 |
| P204 | Special use | Prohibited | GND | 4000 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 Ely Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ely Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Ely Municipal Airport is KELO, and its IATA code is LYU.
Where is Ely Municipal Airport located?
Ely Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Ely, United States, at an elevation of 1,456 ft (444 m).
How many runways does Ely Municipal Airport have?
Ely Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,596 ft / 1,706 m.
What time zone is Ely Municipal Airport in?
Ely Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ely Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ely Municipal Airport is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ely Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Ely Municipal Airport is Tower Municipal Airport (K12D), about 18.4 nm to the w, followed by Cook Municipal Airport and Eveleth–Virginia Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ely Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.