KALN

VFR

ST LOUIS RGNL

ALTON/ST LOUIS · ILLINOIS

Elev
543.5'
Longest RWY
Tower
07:00–22:00
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR05:15Z
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Before you fly into KALN
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Towered
07:00–22:00 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
1,543.5'
MSL · field 543.5' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
Calm
No wind component

METAR & TAF KALN

Current METAR

Observed 05:15Z

KALN 130515Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 22/20 A3017 RMK AO2 T02190195
Wind
000° @ 0 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
22°C / 20°C
Altimeter
30.17 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
1,204 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
4 NM E
VFR sectional
ST LOUIS
ARTCC
ZKC · KANSAS CITY
NOTAM facility
ALN (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Not published.

Flight service · Hours

FSS STL
SAINT LOUIS1-800-WX-BRIEF

Frequencies

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No frequencies.

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
Calm

Pattern entry · RWY

No runway selected.
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic

Approaches & charts

ILS OR LOC RWY 29
KALN · IAP
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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
100LLA
Oxygen (bottled)
High pressure
Oxygen (bulk)
High pressure
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
CHTR,INSTR,RNTL

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
  • Hangar
Landing fee
No fee published
Customs
Not available
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted
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.

No airport notes published for this field.

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KALN

Answer card
ICAO
KALN
Name
ST LOUIS RGNL
Location
ALTON/ST LOUIS, ILLINOIS
Elevation
543.5 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,543.5 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 0700-2200
Total runways
0
Longest runway
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
0
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
000° at 0 kt
Favored runway now

ST LOUIS RGNL is in Alton, Illinois near the St. Louis area. Field elevation is 543.5 ft MSL. The airport has two asphalt runways. The longest is runway 11/29 at 8,099 ft. Runway 17/35 is 6,500 ft.

The field is towered. Tower hours are 0700-2200. One ILS is published for runway 29. Pattern altitude is not published, so use standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise. That puts the usual pattern reference at 1,543.5 ft MSL.

West Star Aviation is on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A. The remarks also matter here. Runway 11/29 has a published pavement rating. Runway 17/35 and runway 11/29 both have restrictions for some large passenger operations. Wildlife is reported on and near the airport. Migratory bird activity is noted from September through April. If you arrive after hours, the published remarks give a phone number for attendant service. The lighting setup also uses CTAF to increase intensity when the tower is closed.

For a first-time arrival, pay attention to the runway alignment. Runway 11 and 17 approach ends are closely aligned. Verify the correct heading before departure. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for any current noise, lighting, or operational notes before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KALN?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts. Use standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise. That works out to about 1,543.5 ft MSL at this field.
Is KALN towered and what are the tower hours?
Yes. KALN has a control tower. Published tower hours are 0700-2200.
What runway is the ILS at KALN on?
The published ILS is for runway 29. If you are planning an instrument arrival, verify the current approach data in the FAA Chart Supplement before departure.
What is the longest runway at KALN?
Runway 11/29 is the longest runway. It is 8,099 ft asphalt, which gives good margin for a wide range of GA and turbine operations.
Which FBO is on the field at KALN?
West Star Aviation is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL and Jet A.
Are there any runway restrictions for larger aircraft at KALN?
Yes. Runway 17/35 and runway 11/29 both have published restrictions for some Part 121 and Part 380 passenger operations. For larger or unusual operations, call the airport manager before you go.
What should I know about lighting at KALN when the tower is closed?
When the tower is closed, the runway lights and PAPIs are preset low. Use CTAF to increase intensity and activate the lights. The MALSR is active on runway 29. The REIL is active on runway 11 when using CTAF.
Is wildlife a concern at KALN?
Yes. The published remarks say wildlife is on and in the vicinity of the airport. Migratory bird activity is also noted from September through April. Plan for extra vigilance on taxi, takeoff and landing.

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