Elert Airport
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About Elert Airport
Elert Airport is a small airport in De Forest, United States. It sits at an elevation of 972 ft (296 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,978 ft / 603 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Morrisonville International Airport (WN85), about 1.3 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N / S | 1,978 ft / 603 m | 50 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MADISON CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2300 ft MSL | 4900 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,102 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 131 ft | 1,109 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Elert Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Elert Airport located?
Elert Airport is small airport located in De Forest, United States, at an elevation of 972 ft (296 m).
How many runways does Elert Airport have?
Elert Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,978 ft / 603 m.
What time zone is Elert Airport in?
Elert Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Elert Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Elert Airport is approximately 3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Elert Airport?
The nearest airport to Elert Airport is Morrisonville International Airport (WN85), about 1.3 nm to the wnw, followed by Del Monte Airport and Dane Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Elert Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.