Winnemucca Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
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About Winnemucca Municipal Airport
Winnemucca Municipal Airport is six miles southwest of Winnemucca, in Humboldt County, Nevada. The airport was renamed Franklin Field on April 20, 2019, in honor of Lt. Col. Irl “Leon” Franklin, a decorated Vietnam War veteran and combat pilot who earned the Silver Star for his lead role in Operation Ivory Coast.
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Live weather
KWMCNOTAMs
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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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 7,000 ft / 2,134 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 4,800 ft / 1,463 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 120.175 MHz |
| CNTR | SALT LAKE CNTR | 132.250 MHz |
| RDO | RENO RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (2)
Obstacle departure procedures (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Winnemucca Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Winnemucca Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Winnemucca Municipal Airport is KWMC, and its IATA code is WMC.
Where is Winnemucca Municipal Airport located?
Winnemucca Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Winnemucca, United States, at an elevation of 4,308 ft (1,313 m).
How many runways does Winnemucca Municipal Airport have?
Winnemucca Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,000 ft / 2,134 m.
What time zone is Winnemucca Municipal Airport in?
Winnemucca Municipal Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Winnemucca Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Winnemucca Municipal Airport is approximately 12.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Winnemucca Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Winnemucca Municipal Airport is Dutch Flat Airport (US-8128), about 18 nm to the nne, followed by New Farm Airport and 16 Mile Road Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Winnemucca Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.