General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport
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About General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is a civil/military public airport five miles west of downtown Peoria, in Peoria County, Illinois, United States. It is on the northwest edge of Bartonville, near Bellevue. It is owned by the Metropolitan Airport Authority of Peoria, which often refers to it as Peoria International Airport. It was formerly the Greater Peoria Regional Airport.
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Live weather
KPIANOTAMs
KPIAReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31▸ displaced | 10,104 ft / 3,080 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 8,004 ft / 2,440 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PEORIA APP/DEP | 124.675 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 126.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.850 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 32.300 MHz |
| POST | ANG OPS | 141.550 MHz |
| RDO | KANKAKEE RDO | 122.350 MHz |
| TWR | PEORIA TWR | 119.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 16 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEORIA, GENERAL DOWNING-PEORIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4700 ft MSL |
| PEORIA, GENERAL DOWNING-PEORIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 4700 ft MSL |
| PEORIA, GENERAL DOWNING-PEORIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 4700 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 14% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56% | -1,361 ft | |
| Feb | 72% | -1,243 ft | |
| Mar | 74% | -397 ft | |
| Apr | 83% | 300 ft | |
| May | 85% | 1,121 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 1,772 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 1,834 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 1,719 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,327 ft | |
| Oct | 84% | 481 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | -537 ft | |
| Dec | 59% | -888 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,361–1,834 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 453 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport?
The ICAO code for General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is KPIA, and its IATA code is PIA.
Where is General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport located?
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is medium airport located in Peoria, United States, at an elevation of 660 ft (201 m).
How many runways does General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport have?
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,104 ft / 3,080 m.
Which airlines fly to General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport?
Airlines historically serving General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport include Air France, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, 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 General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport?
Historical data lists 10 nonstop destinations from General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport in?
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is approximately 2.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport?
The nearest airport to General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport is Hoerr Restricted Landing Area (US-6781), about 7.7 nm to the n, followed by Mount Hawley Auxiliary Airport and Gordon Brown Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.