KGLR

MVFR

GAYLORD RGNL

GAYLORD · MICHIGAN

Elev
1,328.1'
Longest RWY
6,579'09/27
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR08:53Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KGLR
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
2,328.1'
MSL · field 1,328.1' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 18
H/W +12 · X/W 7 kt R

METAR & TAF KGLR

Current METAR

Observed 08:53Z

KGLR 280853Z AUTO 21014G26KT 3SM +RA BR FEW011 BKN055 OVC090 13/12 A2953 RMK AO2 PK WND 20026/0848 SLP996 P0014 60017 T01280117 55013
Wind
210° @ 14G26 kt
Visibility
3 SM
Temp / Dew
13°C / 12°C
Altimeter
29.53 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
1,890 ft
Ceiling
5,500 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 SW
VFR sectional
LAKE HURON
ARTCC
ZMP · MINNEAPOLIS
NOTAM facility
GLR (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
SHARI RIVEST
Address
PO BOX 1396, GAYLORD MI 49734-5396

Flight service · Hours

FSS LAN
LANSING1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • MAY-OCT · 0730-1800
  • NOV-APR · 0630-1700

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
210° · 14 kt
RWY 18
174°M
Head/Tail
+12 kt
Crosswind
7 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 18

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 18 · 174° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 2,328 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
09/2784° / 264°6,579 ftASPHStandard L
18/36Favored174° / 354°4,200 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
09PAPI 4-box left(3°)MALSR58', tree, 2040' from thr, 213' R of cntrln, slope 31
27PAPI 4-box left(3°)38', pole, 1117' from thr, 278' R of cntrln, slope 24
18PAPI 4-box left(3°)
36PAPI 4-box left(3°)

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

ILS · 1

RWY 09
LS · CAT I
GLR
111.1
ILS OR LOC RWY 09
KGLR · 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/LOW
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
AMB,CARGO,CHTR

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
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

  • For clearance delivery, if unable to contact on Flight Service Station frequency, contact Minneapolis ARTCC at 651-463-5588.Show FAA
  • Deer and birds are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Military training activity occurs in the vicinity of the airport associated with restricted areas R-4201A and R-4201B.Show FAA
  • The administration building is accessible by phone at 5-3-2-1.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • MALSR is active on runway 09; REIL lighting is available on runways 27, 18, and 36; PAPI is available on runways 09, 27, 18, and 36; high intensity runway lighting is on runways 09 and 27; medium intensity runway lighting is on runways 18 and 36. Use CTAF for communications.Show FAA

Fuel notes

  • 100LLSubject to after-hours call-in fee for 100LL fuel.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 36The PAPI on runway 36 is unusable beyond 8 degrees left and 7 degrees right of the centerline.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Landing fee for turbine, jet, and twin-engine aircraft is waived with minimum fuel purchase. Overnight parking fee applies.Show FAA
  • Overnight parking fee applies.Show FAA
  • 3For attendant after hours, call the airport manager. The airport is unattended on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.Show FAA
  • MANAGERAirport manager cell phone number is 989-390-5980.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KGLR

Answer card
ICAO
KGLR
Name
GAYLORD RGNL
Location
GAYLORD, MICHIGAN
Elevation
1,328.1 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
2,328.1 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
09/27 · 6,579 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
210° at 14 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 18

Gaylord Regional Airport sits in Gaylord, Michigan. The field elevation is 1,328.1 ft MSL. It has two asphalt runways. The longest is runway 09/27 at 6,579 ft. Runway 18/36 is 4,200 ft. The airport is not towered. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8. The published pattern altitude is not listed. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL pattern unless local procedures say otherwise. That puts the light piston pattern at about 2,328 ft MSL.

An ILS is published for runway 09. The lighting setup is useful after dark. MALSR is on runway 09. REIL is available on 27, 18 and 36. PAPI is available on all four runway ends. High intensity lighting serves 09 and 27. Medium intensity lighting serves 18 and 36. The on-field FBO is Gaylord Regional Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A Prist. Call the field at (989) 732-4218 for current service details.

Plan for wildlife on the field. Deer and birds are reported on and near the airport. Military training activity also occurs nearby in restricted areas R-4201A and R-4201B. For clearance delivery, if Flight Service is not available, contact Minneapolis ARTCC at 651-463-5588. The airport manager can also be reached at 989-390-5980. Check current procedures before arrival if you are operating at night or in low visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KGLR?
The pattern altitude is not published in the facts. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL pattern for light piston aircraft unless local procedures say otherwise. That is about 2,328 ft MSL at this field.
Is Gaylord Regional Airport towered?
No. KGLR is an uncontrolled airport. Use CTAF 122.8 for self-announce traffic. Coordinate with other aircraft in the pattern.
What is the longest runway at KGLR?
Runway 09/27 is the longest runway at 6,579 ft asphalt. That is the runway to look at first if you need the most pavement.
Does KGLR have an ILS approach?
Yes. There is 1 ILS approach published for runway 09. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for approach details and minima.
Which runway lighting is available at Gaylord Regional Airport?
Runway 09 has MALSR and high intensity lighting. Runway 27 has REIL and high intensity lighting. Runways 18 and 36 have REIL, PAPI and medium intensity lighting.
Which FBO is on the field at KGLR?
Gaylord Regional Airport is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL and Jet A Prist. Call (989) 732-4218 for current services and after-hours handling.
Are there wildlife hazards at KGLR?
Yes. Deer and birds are reported on and near the airport. Give yourself extra attention on taxi, takeoff and landing.
Is there anything special to know before flying into KGLR at night?
The field has runway lighting and an ILS on 09. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement and the airport operator for any current lighting or operational notes before a night arrival.

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KGLR Gaylord Regional Airport