K63

VFR

COUNCIL GROVE MUNI

COUNCIL GROVE · KANSAS

Elev
1,409'
Longest RWY
1,845'04/22
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR07:53Z
© Esri
Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into K63
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
2,409'
MSL · field 1,409' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 04
H/W +4 · X/W 0 kt R

METAR & TAF K63

K63 does not publish a METAR.

Showing the nearest reporting station: KEMP (EMPORIA MUNI) · 27.5 NM away. Conditions at K63 may differ.

METAR · KEMP

Observed 07:53Z

KEMP 280753Z AUTO 05004KT 10SM CLR 08/04 A2998 RMK AO2 PRESRR SLP153 T00780044
Wind
050° @ 4 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
8°C / 4°C
Altimeter
29.98 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
833 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
3 NM NW
VFR sectional
KANSAS CITY
ARTCC
ZKC · KANSAS CITY
NOTAM facility
ICT (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
JEFF BARBO
Address
205 UNION ST., COUNCIL GROVE KS 66846

Flight service · Hours

FSS ICT
WICHITA1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • Unattended

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
050° · 4 kt
RWY 04
040°M
Head/Tail
+4 kt
Crosswind
0 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 04

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 04 · 040° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 2,409 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
04/22Favored40° / 220°1,845 ftTURFStandard L
12/30113° / 293°1,690 ftTURFStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
0429', trees, 190' from thr, 90' R of cntrln, slope 6
2220', trees, 0' from thr, 98' R of cntrln, slope 0
1220', trees, 30' from thr, 70' R of cntrln, slope 1
3021', trees, 150' from thr, 135' R of cntrln, slope 7

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

Chart Supplement
K63 · CHART_SUPP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
Not available
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Not available
Power plant repair
Not available

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Landing fee
No fee published
Wind indicator
No
Segmented circle
No

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • There is no line of sight between runway ends.Show FAA
  • Runway ends are marked with orange barrels.Show FAA
  • Runways are soft when wet.Show FAA
  • Radio-controlled model aircraft activity occurs on the airport on weekends, evenings, and holidays.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery contact Kansas City Air Route Traffic Control Center at 913-254-8508.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 04The controlling obstruction exceeds a 45 degree slope at runway 04.Show FAA
  • 04There is a 4-foot fence across the threshold of runway 04.Show FAA

Other notes

  • The airport was established prior to 1959.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · K63

Answer card
ICAO
K63
Name
COUNCIL GROVE MUNI
Location
COUNCIL GROVE, KANSAS
Elevation
1,409 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
2,409 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
04/22 · 1,845 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
1
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
050° at 4 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 04

Council Grove Muni (K63) sits in Council Grove, Kansas. The field elevation is 1,409 ft MSL. It has two turf runways. The longest is 1,845 ft. There is no control tower. CTAF is 122.9.

No ILS approaches are published here. Pattern altitude is not published, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. That puts the pattern at about 2,409 ft MSL based on the listed field elevation.

There are no on-field FBOs listed. Call the airport operator or the field directly for current services before you go. The published remarks matter here. Runway 04 has a controlling obstruction that exceeds a 45 degree slope. There is also a 4-foot fence across the threshold of 04. Runway ends are marked with orange barrels. The runways are soft when wet. There is no line of sight between runway ends. Radio-controlled model aircraft activity occurs on weekends, evenings and holidays. Clearance delivery for IFR departures goes through Kansas City Center at 913-254-8508. A first-time pilot should plan for turf performance. Keep the runway condition in mind after rain. Brief the obstruction near 04 before arrival.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at K63?
Pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. That is about 2,409 ft MSL using the listed field elevation.
Does Council Grove Muni have any ILS approaches?
No ILS approaches are published for K63. Check the current Chart Supplement for the latest approach setup before you file or launch IFR.
Is K63 towered or non-towered?
K63 is non-towered. CTAF is 122.9.
What is the longest runway at K63?
The longest runway is 04/22 at 1,845 ft. It is turf, so plan performance accordingly.
Are there any runway hazards at K63?
Yes. Runway 04 has a controlling obstruction near the threshold area. There is also a 4-foot fence across the threshold of 04. Brief that runway carefully before landing.
Can I get fuel or FBO service on the field at K63?
No on-field FBOs are listed. Contact the airport operator directly before arrival, or call the field on CTAF for current service availability.
What should I know about runway conditions at K63 after rain?
The published remarks say the runways are soft when wet. Turf performance can change fast after precipitation, so verify conditions before you commit.
Who do I contact for IFR clearance at K63?
For clearance delivery, contact Kansas City Air Route Traffic Control Center at 913-254-8508. Have that number handy if you are departing IFR.

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