The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
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About The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
Ohio State University Airport is a public airport six miles (10 km) northwest of downtown Columbus, in Franklin County, Ohio, United States. It is owned and operated by Ohio State University in Columbus. It is also known as the OSU Don Scott Airport, named after Donald E. Scott, an OSU alumnus who died during his training as a pilot in the United Kingdom during World War II. The airport's main entrance is located on Case Road, and is easily accessible from OH-315 and Interstate 270.
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Live weather
KOSUNOTAMs
KOSUReference 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09R / 27L | 5,004 ft / 1,525 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 3,562 ft / 1,086 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 3,438 ft / 1,048 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
| 09L / 27R | 2,994 ft / 913 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | COLUMBUS APP/DEP | 120.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 121.350 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.800 MHz |
| GCCD | GND/CLNC DEL | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.800 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 11 of 17 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLUMBUS CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 4800 ft MSL |
| COLUMBUS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 1,066 ft | 758 ft | — |
| Rhodes State Office Tower | 630 ft | 761 ft | — |
| LeVeque Tower | 554 ft | 771 ft | — |
| William Green Building | 525 ft | 751 ft | — |
| Huntington Center | 512 ft | 807 ft | — |
| One Nationwide Plaza | 486 ft | 781 ft | — |
| The Continental Plaza | 440 ft | 699 ft | — |
| Three Nationwide Plaza | 407 ft | 781 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field?
The ICAO code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is KOSU, and its IATA code is OSU.
Where is The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field located?
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is medium airport located in Columbus, United States, at an elevation of 905 ft (276 m).
How many runways does The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field have?
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field has 4 runways, the longest being 5,004 ft / 1,525 m.
What time zone is The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field in?
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is approximately 7.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field?
The nearest airport to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is Mitchell Airport (6OI5), about 7.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Sunset Strip and John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.