Muskegon County Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 15m 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 Muskegon County Airport
Muskegon County Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport in Norton Shores, Michigan. The airport is located four nautical miles south of the central business district of Muskegon, Michigan. It is mostly used for general aviation but also offers scheduled passenger service by Denver Air Connection flying primarily Embraer ERJ-145 regional jets to Chicago-O'Hare, subsidized by the Essential Air Service program.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMKGNOTAMs
KMKGReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 6,500 ft / 1,981 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32▸ displaced | 6,100 ft / 1,859 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.300 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.250 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.600 MHz |
| RDO | LANSING RDO | 122.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.250 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 10 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUSKEGON CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3100 ft MSL |
| MUSKEGON CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 10% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33% | -1,396 ft | |
| Feb | 54% | -1,425 ft | |
| Mar | 72% | -737 ft | |
| Apr | 78% | -147 ft | |
| May | 83% | 645 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 1,396 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 1,692 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 1,598 ft | |
| Sep | 85% | 1,099 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 335 ft | |
| Nov | 65% | -576 ft | |
| Dec | 40% | -944 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,425–1,692 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOOD-TV (Grand Rapids) | 449 ft | 735 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Muskegon County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Muskegon County Airport?
The ICAO code for Muskegon County Airport is KMKG, and its IATA code is MKG.
Where is Muskegon County Airport located?
Muskegon County Airport is medium airport located in Muskegon, United States, at an elevation of 629 ft (192 m).
How many runways does Muskegon County Airport have?
Muskegon County Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,500 ft / 1,981 m.
Which airlines fly to Muskegon County Airport?
Airlines historically serving Muskegon County Airport include United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Muskegon County Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Muskegon County Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Muskegon County Airport in?
Muskegon County Airport is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Muskegon County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Muskegon County Airport is approximately 5.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Muskegon County Airport?
The nearest airport to Muskegon County Airport is De Witt Property Airport (34MI), about 4.2 nm to the s, followed by Flying-A-Ranch Airport and Hat Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Muskegon County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.