Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 32m 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 Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois , also known as Williamson County Regional Airport, is five miles west of Marion, in Williamson County, Illinois, United States. The airport is owned by the Williamson County Airport Authority. It sees one airline, subsidized by the federal government's Essential Air Service program at an annual cost of $2,562,819 or $141 per passenger. On November 11, 2016 during the grand opening ceremony for the new terminal, the airport was renamed to "Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois" to honor veterans and better reflect the regional nature of the airport.
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Live weather
KMWALive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 8,012 ft / 2,442 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 4,997 ft / 1,523 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.675 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 125.300 MHz |
| CNTR | KANSAS CITY CNTR | 125.300 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 128.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | ST LOUIS RDO | 110.400 MHz |
| TWR | MARION TWR | 128.400 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARION CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois?
The ICAO code for Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois is KMWA, and its IATA code is MWA.
Where is Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois located?
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois is medium airport located in Marion, United States, at an elevation of 472 ft (144 m).
How many runways does Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois have?
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois has 2 runways, the longest being 8,012 ft / 2,442 m.
Which airlines fly to Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois?
Airlines historically serving Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois include Cape Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois in?
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois is approximately 2.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois?
The nearest airport to Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois is Dury Estates Airport (IL71), about 7.6 nm to the wnw, followed by Kellums Airport and Adams Private Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.