Schenectady County Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 59m 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 Schenectady County Airport
Schenectady County Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) north of the central business district of Schenectady, a city in Schenectady County, New York, United States. It is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a reliever airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSCHLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 7,001 ft / 2,134 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 4,850 ft / 1,478 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 2,639 ft / 804 m | 50 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ALBANY APP/DEP | 118.050 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.275 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 121.300 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS COMD POST | 140.450 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (6)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 4300 ft MSL |
| SCHENECTADY CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2900 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohawk Tower | 285 ft | 279 ft | — |
| Stuyvesant Tower | 285 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Eastman Tower | 285 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Livingston Tower | 285 ft | 285 ft | — |
| Carillon | 249 ft | 262 ft | — |
| St. John the Evangelist Church | 230 ft | 282 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Schenectady County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Schenectady County Airport?
The ICAO code for Schenectady County Airport is KSCH, and its IATA code is SCH.
Where is Schenectady County Airport located?
Schenectady County Airport is medium airport located in Schenectady, United States, at an elevation of 378 ft (115 m).
How many runways does Schenectady County Airport have?
Schenectady County Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,001 ft / 2,134 m.
What time zone is Schenectady County Airport in?
Schenectady County Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Schenectady County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Schenectady County Airport is approximately 12.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Schenectady County Airport?
The nearest airport to Schenectady County Airport is Jerry Phibbs Airport (NK43), about 6 nm to the s, followed by Round Lake Airport and Seaplane Base and Albany International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Schenectady County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.