Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 0m 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 Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is a city-owned, public-use airport serving Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Located in Clay County, this facility is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems, which categorized it as a general aviation reliever airport.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMKCNOTAMs
KMKCReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19▸ displaced | 6,827 ft / 2,081 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22▸ displaced | 5,050 ft / 1,539 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.000 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.750 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | COLUMBIA RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| TWR | DOWNTOWN TWR | 133.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 22 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| KANSAS CITY CLASS B AREA D EXCL. A,B,C | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| KANSAS CITY CHARLES B. WHEELER DOWNTOWN AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3300 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Kansas City Place | 623 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 902 ft | — |
| Power & Light Apartments | 482 ft | 892 ft | — |
| Kansas City City Hall | 443 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 883 ft | — |
| Commerce Tower | 407 ft | 958 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 1,010 ft | — |
| Lathrop & Gage | 351 ft | 830 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport?
The ICAO code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is KMKC, and its IATA code is MKC.
Where is Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport located?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is medium airport located in Kansas City, United States, at an elevation of 759 ft (231 m).
How many runways does Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport have?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,827 ft / 2,081 m.
What time zone is Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport in?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport?
The nearest airport to Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is Noahs Ark Airport (06MO), about 11.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Kansas City International Airport and Roosterville Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.