Macomb Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 3m 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 Macomb Municipal Airport
Macomb Municipal Airport is a public airport located three statute miles (5 km) north of the central business district of Macomb, a city in McDonough County, Illinois, United States. It is owned by the Macomb Airport Authority.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMQBNOTAMs
KMQBReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 5,100 ft / 1,554 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 3,719 ft / 1,134 m | 190 ft | Grs | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.025 MHz |
| CNTR | CHICAGO CNTR | 135.600 MHz |
| RDO | KANKAKEE RDO | 122.150 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
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOWARD EAST 0700-2200 SUN-SAT & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 9000 ft MSL | FL180 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 758 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 771 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 778 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 771 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 758 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 768 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 292 ft | 633 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Macomb Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Macomb Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Macomb Municipal Airport is KMQB, and its IATA code is MQB.
Where is Macomb Municipal Airport located?
Macomb Municipal Airport is small airport located in Macomb, United States, at an elevation of 707 ft (215 m).
How many runways does Macomb Municipal Airport have?
Macomb Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,100 ft / 1,554 m.
What time zone is Macomb Municipal Airport in?
Macomb Municipal Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Macomb Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Macomb Municipal Airport is approximately 1.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Macomb Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Macomb Municipal Airport is Smith Airport (LL27), about 4.2 nm to the sse, followed by Runyan Aviation Airport and Earp Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Macomb Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.