Lake Cumberland Regional Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 57m 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 Lake Cumberland Regional Airport
Lake Cumberland Regional Airport is a public use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) south of the central business district of Somerset, a city in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States. The airport is owned by the city of Somerset and Pulaski County. It also serves the area around Lake Cumberland. It is mostly used for general aviation, and from late 2008 until February 2010, was served by one commercial airline, Locair. The $3 million federally funded passenger terminal was converted to the FBO in September 2011.
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Live weather
KSMENOTAMs
KSMEReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 5,801 ft / 1,768 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 124.850 MHz |
| CNTR | INDIANAPOLIS CNTR | 121.325 MHz |
| RDO | LOUISVILLE RDO | 122.550 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOMERSET 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Cumberland Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lake Cumberland Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Lake Cumberland Regional Airport is KSME, and its IATA code is SME.
Where is Lake Cumberland Regional Airport located?
Lake Cumberland Regional Airport is medium airport located in Somerset, United States, at an elevation of 927 ft (283 m).
How many runways does Lake Cumberland Regional Airport have?
Lake Cumberland Regional Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,801 ft / 1,768 m.
What time zone is Lake Cumberland Regional Airport in?
Lake Cumberland Regional Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Cumberland Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Cumberland Regional Airport is approximately 5.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Cumberland Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport is Boss Airport (08KY), about 4.9 nm to the s, followed by Wayne County Airport and Robbins Roost Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Cumberland Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.