Whiteman Air Force Base
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 33m 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 Whiteman Air Force Base
Whiteman Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base located just south of Knob Noster, Missouri, United States. It is operated by the Air Force Global Strike Command, as the base for all 19 operational B-2 Spirit nuclear-capable stealth bombers, as well as for A-10 Thunderbolt attack aircraft and others. There is also a sizable Missouri Air National Guard presence on base.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSZLLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 12,400 ft / 3,780 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | ARNG HAWK OPS | 49.650 MHz |
| APP | APP | 127.450 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 139.300 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.750 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 125.925 MHz |
| GND | GND | 128.275 MHz |
| OPS | 303 TFS OPS | 22.780 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.460 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 31.100 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 118.725 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 132.400 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (10)
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNOB NOSTER CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3400 ft MSL |
| KNOB NOSTER CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| TRUMAN A 0600-2400 LCL DAILY & BY NOTAM[42-NAPOLEON LO] | Special use | Danger | 8000 ft MSL | 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 Whiteman Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Whiteman Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Whiteman Air Force Base is KSZL, and its IATA code is SZL.
Where is Whiteman Air Force Base located?
Whiteman Air Force Base is medium airport located in Knob Noster, United States, at an elevation of 870 ft (265 m).
How many runways does Whiteman Air Force Base have?
Whiteman Air Force Base has 1 runway, the longest being 12,400 ft / 3,780 m.
What time zone is Whiteman Air Force Base in?
Whiteman Air Force Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whiteman Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whiteman Air Force Base is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Whiteman Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Whiteman Air Force Base is Lake Sexton Airport (07MO), about 5.7 nm to the sw, followed by Homan Field and Windsoar Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whiteman Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.