Chicago Executive Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 18m 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 Chicago Executive Airport
Chicago Executive Airport, formerly Palwaukee Municipal Airport, is a public airport 18 miles (33 km) northwest of Chicago, in the village of Wheeling in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is owned by the City of Prospect Heights and the Village of Wheeling.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KPWKNOTAMs
KPWKReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 4,415 ft / 1,346 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 6 / 24▸ displaced | 3,677 ft / 1,121 m | 50 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHICAGO APP/DEP | 120.550 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.200 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 13 of 13 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1900 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WHEELING CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| WHEELING 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WGN-AM (Chicago) | 751 ft | 696 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 866 ft | — |
| ISP Radio Tower | 344 ft | 630 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 295 ft | 604 ft | — |
| CPD Radio Tower | 269 ft | 643 ft | — |
| IDOT Radio Tower | 269 ft | 604 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 643 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 630 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chicago Executive Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chicago Executive Airport?
The ICAO code for Chicago Executive Airport is KPWK, and its IATA code is PWK.
Where is Chicago Executive Airport located?
Chicago Executive Airport is medium airport located in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States, at an elevation of 647 ft (197 m).
How many runways does Chicago Executive Airport have?
Chicago Executive Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 5,001 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Chicago Executive Airport in?
Chicago Executive Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chicago Executive Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chicago Executive Airport is approximately 4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chicago Executive Airport?
The nearest airport to Chicago Executive Airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 8.1 nm to the s, followed by Schaumburg Regional Airport and Campbell Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chicago Executive Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.