Spirit of St Louis Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 34m 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 Spirit of St Louis Airport
Spirit of St. Louis Airport is a public airport located 17 miles (27 km) west of the central business district of St. Louis, in St. Louis County, Missouri, in the city of Chesterfield, United States. It is owned by St. Louis County and named after the famous Spirit of St. Louis aircraft.
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Live weather
KSUSLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08R / 26L | 7,486 ft / 2,282 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 08L / 26R | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ST LOUIS APP/DEP | 126.500 MHz |
| AAS | ADVSY SVC | 124.750 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.750 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| RDO | ST LOUIS RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.600 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (6)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (5)
Arrivals (STARs) (5)
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA E EXCLUDES AREA A,B,C AND D | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS B AREA L | Class B | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| ST LOUIS CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 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 Spirit of St Louis Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Spirit of St Louis Airport?
The ICAO code for Spirit of St Louis Airport is KSUS, and its IATA code is SUS.
Where is Spirit of St Louis Airport located?
Spirit of St Louis Airport is medium airport located in St Louis, United States, at an elevation of 463 ft (141 m).
How many runways does Spirit of St Louis Airport have?
Spirit of St Louis Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,486 ft / 2,282 m.
What time zone is Spirit of St Louis Airport in?
Spirit of St Louis Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Spirit of St Louis Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Spirit of St Louis Airport is approximately 1.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Spirit of St Louis Airport?
The nearest airport to Spirit of St Louis Airport is Creve Coeur Airport (K1H0), about 7.8 nm to the ene, followed by Waldmeister Farm Airport and St. Louis Lambert International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Spirit of St Louis Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.