Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 12m 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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport – also known as Springfield Airport – is a civil-military airport in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States, located approximately three miles (6 km) northwest of downtown Springfield. It is owned by the Springfield Airport Authority (SAA).
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Live weather
KSPINOTAMs
KSPIReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 8,001 ft / 2,439 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31▸ displaced | 7,399 ft / 2,255 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 5,300 ft / 1,615 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SPRINGFIELD APP/DEP | 118.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.650 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 121.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 27.217 MHz |
| RDO | ST LOUIS RDO | 122.250 MHz |
| TWR | SPRINGFIELD TWR | 121.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 131.420 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Showing 8 of 15 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPRINGFIELD CAPITAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 4600 ft MSL |
| SPRINGFIELD CAPITAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4600 ft MSL |
| SPRINGFIELD 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.
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 15% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 58% | -1,368 ft | |
| Feb | 70% | -1,192 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | -366 ft | |
| Apr | 84% | 347 ft | |
| May | 85% | 1,085 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 1,704 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 1,724 ft | |
| Aug | 88% | 1,601 ft | |
| Sep | 88% | 1,242 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 441 ft | |
| Nov | 76% | -556 ft | |
| Dec | 62% | -882 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,368–1,724 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 571 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport?
The ICAO code for Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is KSPI, and its IATA code is SPI.
Where is Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport located?
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is medium airport located in Springfield, United States, at an elevation of 598 ft (182 m).
How many runways does Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport have?
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 8,001 ft / 2,439 m.
What time zone is Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in?
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Abraham Lincoln Capital 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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport?
The nearest airport to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is Stanton Airport (91IS), about 8.1 nm to the e, followed by Springfield Southwest Airpark and Holmes Southeast Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.