Morningstar Field
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 56m 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 Morningstar Field
Morningstar Field is a small airport in Des Moines, United States. It sits at an elevation of 805 ft (245 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,065 ft / 629 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Ankeny Regional Airport (KIKV), about 4.1 nm to the ene.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 2,065 ft / 629 m | 180 ft | Turf-f | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DES MOINES INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| ANKENY 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| KBTV-TV (Des Moines);KCCI-TV (Des Moines) | 1,991 ft | 968 ft | — |
| WHO-TV (Des Moines);WOI-FM (Ames);KDIN-TV (Des Moines);KLYF-FM (Des Moines);WOI-TV (Ames) | 1,991 ft | 994 ft | — |
| KRNQ-FM (Des Moines);KDSM-TV (Des Moines) | 1,470 ft | 974 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 630 ft | 896 ft | — |
| AT&T Microwave Tower | 459 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 446 ft | 991 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 866 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 400 ft | 948 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Morningstar Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Morningstar Field located?
Morningstar Field is small airport located in Des Moines, United States, at an elevation of 805 ft (245 m).
How many runways does Morningstar Field have?
Morningstar Field has 1 runway, the longest being 2,065 ft / 629 m.
What time zone is Morningstar Field in?
Morningstar Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Morningstar Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Morningstar Field is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Morningstar Field?
The nearest airport to Morningstar Field is Ankeny Regional Airport (KIKV), about 4.1 nm to the ene, followed by Kern Field and Des Moines International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Morningstar Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.