Dane County Regional Truax Field
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 15h 4m 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 Dane County Regional Truax Field
Dane County Regional Airport (DCRA), also known as Truax Field, is a civil-military airport located 6 nautical miles northeast of downtown Madison, Wisconsin. In the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2025–2029, it is one of two airports in Wisconsin that is categorized as a small-hub primary commercial service facility; the other is Appleton International Airport. It is the second busiest of eight commercial airports in Wisconsin in terms of passengers served after Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMSNLive 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36▸ displaced | 9,006 ft / 2,745 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 03 / 21▸ displaced | 7,200 ft / 2,195 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,846 ft / 1,782 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MADISON APP | 120.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.650 MHz |
| CLD | MADISON CLNC DEL | 121.620 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.300 MHz |
| DEP | MADISON DEP | 126.850 MHz |
| GND | MADISON GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | ARNG OPS | 40.800 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 138.250 MHz |
| RDO | GREEN BAY RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| TWR | MADISON TWR | 119.300 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (16)
- ILS OR LOC RWY 21Amdt 1
- ILS OR LOC/DME RWY 36Amdt 2B
- ILS OR LOC RWY 18Amdt 2B
- ILS RWY 36 (SA CAT I)Amdt 2B
- ILS RWY 18 (SA CAT I - II)Amdt 2B
- ILS RWY 36 (CAT II - III)Amdt 2B
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 03Amdt 0E
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 14Amdt 2E
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 18Amdt 2F
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 21Amdt 2C
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 32Amdt 2E
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 36Amdt 2E
- VOR RWY 32Amdt 1B
- VOR RWY 14Amdt 1
- HI-TACAN RWY 18
- HI-TACAN RWY 36
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MADISON CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2300 ft MSL | 4900 ft MSL |
| MADISON CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4900 ft MSL |
| MADISON 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin State Capitol | 285 ft | 981 ft | — |
| WHA-AM | 259 ft | 863 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,102 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,109 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,115 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,112 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Dane County Regional Truax Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Dane County Regional Truax Field?
The ICAO code for Dane County Regional Truax Field is KMSN, and its IATA code is MSN.
Where is Dane County Regional Truax Field located?
Dane County Regional Truax Field is medium airport located in Madison, United States, at an elevation of 887 ft (270 m).
How many runways does Dane County Regional Truax Field have?
Dane County Regional Truax Field has 3 runways, the longest being 9,006 ft / 2,745 m.
Which airlines fly to Dane County Regional Truax Field?
Airlines historically serving Dane County Regional Truax Field include Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, US Airways, among 7 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Dane County Regional Truax Field?
Historical data lists 11 nonstop destinations from Dane County Regional Truax Field. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Dane County Regional Truax Field in?
Dane County Regional Truax Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Dane County Regional Truax Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Dane County Regional Truax Field is approximately 3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Dane County Regional Truax Field?
The nearest airport to Dane County Regional Truax Field is Waunakee Airport (6P3), about 5.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Blackhawk Airfield and Elert Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Dane County Regional Truax Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.