KGDW

MVFR

GLADWIN ZETTEL MEML

GLADWIN · MICHIGAN

Elev
774.1'
Longest RWY
4,699'09/27
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR11:35Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KGDW
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,774.1'
MSL · field 774.1' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 27
H/W +5 · X/W 6 kt L

METAR & TAF KGDW

Current METAR

Observed 11:35Z

KGDW 281135Z AUTO 22008G18KT 10SM OVC012 15/14 A2960 RMK AO2
Wind
220° @ 8G18 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
15°C / 14°C
Altimeter
29.60 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
1,357 ft
Ceiling
1,200 ft AGL
Rules
MVFR

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
1 NM SE
VFR sectional
DETROIT
ARTCC
ZOB · CLEVELAND
NOTAM facility
GDW (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
MICHAEL HARGRAVE
Address
735 S STATE ST, GLADWIN MI 48624-2258

Flight service · Hours

FSS LAN
LANSING1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0900-1700

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
Approach / Departure

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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220° · 8 kt
RWY 27
264°M
Head/Tail
+5 kt
Crosswind
6 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 27

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 27 · 264° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,774 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
09/27Favored84° / 264°4,699 ftASPHStandard L
15/33153° / 333°2,580 ftTURFStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
09PAPI 4-box left(3.75°)34', tree, 856' from thr, 343' R of cntrln, slope 19
27PAPI 4-box left(3°)
339', tree, 93' from thr, 133' R of cntrln, slope 10

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

RNAV (GPS) RWY 09
KGDW · 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+

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
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
Yes

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

  • Terminal building access codes are 5-3-2-1-*.Show FAA
  • Deer and large birds are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Unmanned aircraft system operations occur west of runway 15/33.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery contact Great Lakes Approach at 269-459-3345. When approach is closed contact Cleveland ARTCC at 440-774-0224 or 440-774-0490.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Runways 09 and 27 have activated runway end identifier lights and precision approach path indicators. Runway 09/27 has medium intensity runway lights. Use the common traffic advisory frequency.Show FAA

Fuel notes

  • 100LL100LL fuel is available 24 hours self service via credit card. Jet A plus is available full service during business hours or by arrangement.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 15/33Runway 15/33 is closed when snow covered except for ski-equipped aircraft.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 33Runway 33 end is marked with 3-foot yellow cones.Show FAA
  • 15Runway 15 end is marked with 3-foot yellow cones.Show FAA

Other notes

  • 1The airport is unattended on major holidays. For service after hours call the airport manager cell.Show FAA
  • OWNERThe phone contact is City Hall.Show FAA
  • MANAGERThe manager can be reached at cell 989-578-2174.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KGDW

Answer card
ICAO
KGDW
Name
GLADWIN ZETTEL MEML
Location
GLADWIN, MICHIGAN
Elevation
774.1 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,774.1 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
09/27 · 4,699 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
4
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
220° at 8 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 27

Gladwin Zettel Memorial Airport sits in Gladwin, Michigan. Field elevation is 774.1 ft MSL. The airport has two runways. The longest is 09/27 at 4,699 ft. Runway 15/33 is turf and 2,580 ft. There is no control tower. No ILS approaches are published.

The pattern altitude is not published in the facts, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise. Runway 09/27 has medium intensity runway lights. It also has runway end identifier lights and precision approach path indicators. Runway 33 and runway 15 have 3-foot yellow cones marking the ends. Deer and large birds are reported on and near the airport. Unmanned aircraft system operations occur west of runway 15/33.

Gladwin Zettel Memorial Airport is unattended on major holidays. The terminal access code is 5-3-2-1-*. Gladwin Zettel Memorial Airport on the field carries 100LL and Jet A. 100LL is available 24 hours self-serve by credit card. Jet A is available full service during business hours or by arrangement. For clearance delivery, contact Great Lakes Approach. If approach is closed, use Cleveland ARTCC. A first-time pilot should plan for an uncontrolled field. Monitor CTAF 122.8. Verify current airport status before arrival.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KGDW?
The facts do not publish a pattern altitude. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Does KGDW have a tower?
No. KGDW is an uncontrolled airport, so pilots should self-announce on CTAF 122.8 and keep a close watch for traffic.
What is the longest runway at Gladwin Zettel Memorial Airport?
Runway 09/27 is the longest runway. It is 4,699 ft long and paved.
Is there an ILS at KGDW?
No ILS approaches are published for KGDW. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach information before you go.
Which fuel is available on the field at KGDW?
The on-field airport fuel options listed are 100LL and Jet A. 100LL is available 24 hours self-serve by credit card. Jet A is available full service during business hours or by arrangement.
What are the runway lighting details at KGDW?
Runway 09/27 has medium intensity runway lights. It also has runway end identifier lights and precision approach path indicators. The runway ends on 15 and 33 are marked with 3-foot yellow cones.
Is KGDW open on major holidays?
The airport is unattended on major holidays. If you need service after hours, call the airport manager cell before you depart.
What should I watch for when flying into KGDW?
Deer and large birds are reported on and near the airport. There are also unmanned aircraft system operations west of runway 15/33, so keep a sharp lookout in that area.

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