Jim Benson Field
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About Jim Benson Field
Jim Benson Field is a small airport in Mineral Point, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,100 ft (335 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,800 ft / 549 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Iowa County Airport (KMRJ), about 5.1 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 1,800 ft / 549 m | 75 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,165 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,181 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jim Benson Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jim Benson Field located?
Jim Benson Field is small airport located in Mineral Point, United States, at an elevation of 1,100 ft (335 m).
How many runways does Jim Benson Field have?
Jim Benson Field has 1 runway, the longest being 1,800 ft / 549 m.
What time zone is Jim Benson Field in?
Jim Benson Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jim Benson Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jim Benson Field is approximately 2.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jim Benson Field?
The nearest airport to Jim Benson Field is Iowa County Airport (KMRJ), about 5.1 nm to the wnw, followed by Tuschen Airport and Digger Doug Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jim Benson Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.