Cherry Capital Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 22m 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 Cherry Capital Airport
Cherry Capital Airport is a commercial and general aviation airport located in Traverse City, Michigan, United States. The airport is located two nautical miles southeast of the central business district of Traverse City. The airport is categorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a non-hub primary commercial service facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KTVCNOTAMs
KTVCReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 7,016 ft / 2,138 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18 / 36▸ displaced | 5,378 ft / 1,639 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 3,204 ft / 977 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.175 MHz |
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 132.900 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| OPS | USCG TRAVERSE CITY | 38.180 MHz |
| RDO | LANSING RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.200 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Road construction detours are expected from April 13 to July 2, 2026.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Showing 8 of 10 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVERSE CITY CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3100 ft MSL |
| TRAVERSE CITY 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 13% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 35% | -1,481 ft | |
| Feb | 55% | -1,547 ft | |
| Mar | 69% | -966 ft | |
| Apr | 74% | -406 ft | |
| May | 84% | 437 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 1,249 ft | |
| Jul | 87% | 1,583 ft | |
| Aug | 86% | 1,501 ft | |
| Sep | 84% | 970 ft | |
| Oct | 76% | 160 ft | |
| Nov | 67% | -731 ft | |
| Dec | 42% | -1,090 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,547–1,583 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 577 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,001 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cherry Capital Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cherry Capital Airport?
The ICAO code for Cherry Capital Airport is KTVC, and its IATA code is TVC.
Where is Cherry Capital Airport located?
Cherry Capital Airport is medium airport located in Traverse City, United States, at an elevation of 624 ft (190 m).
How many runways does Cherry Capital Airport have?
Cherry Capital Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,016 ft / 2,138 m.
Which airlines fly to Cherry Capital Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cherry Capital Airport include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cherry Capital Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Cherry Capital Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cherry Capital Airport in?
Cherry Capital Airport is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cherry Capital Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cherry Capital Airport is approximately 6.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cherry Capital Airport?
The nearest airport to Cherry Capital Airport is Acme Skyport (US-4857), about 5.1 nm to the ene, followed by Yuba Airport and Green Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cherry Capital Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.