Telfair Wheeler Airport
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About Telfair Wheeler Airport
Telfair–Wheeler Airport is a public use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) northeast of the central business district of McRae-Helena, a city in Telfair County, Georgia and Wheeler County, Georgia United States. It is owned by the Telfair–Wheeler Airport Authority. This airport is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KMQWLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | JACKSONVILLE CNTR | 132.300 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Telfair Wheeler Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Telfair Wheeler Airport?
The ICAO code for Telfair Wheeler Airport is KMQW, and its IATA code is MQW.
Where is Telfair Wheeler Airport located?
Telfair Wheeler Airport is small airport located in Mc Rae, United States, at an elevation of 202 ft (62 m).
How many runways does Telfair Wheeler Airport have?
Telfair Wheeler Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,001 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Telfair Wheeler Airport in?
Telfair Wheeler Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Telfair Wheeler Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Telfair Wheeler Airport is approximately 6.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Telfair Wheeler Airport?
The nearest airport to Telfair Wheeler Airport is Heart of Georgia Regional Airport (KEZM), about 14.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Myers Airport and Hazlehurst Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Telfair Wheeler Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.