KIWD

MVFR

GOGEBIC/IRON COUNTY

IRONWOOD · MICHIGAN

Elev
1,230.3'
Longest RWY
6,502'09/27
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR09:56Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KIWD
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
2,230.3'
MSL · field 1,230.3' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 27
H/W +16 · X/W 0 kt

METAR & TAF KIWD

Current METAR

Observed 09:56Z

KIWD 280956Z AUTO 27016G25KT 10SM OVC010 03/02 A2960 RMK AO2 PK WND 26027/0924 SLP029 T00330017
Wind
270° @ 16G25 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
3°C / 2°C
Altimeter
29.60 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
482 ft
Ceiling
1,000 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
7 NM NE
VFR sectional
GREEN BAY
ARTCC
ZMP · MINNEAPOLIS
NOTAM facility
IWD (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
JEREMY BUSCH
Address
E5560 AIRPORT RD, IRONWOOD MI 49938-9202

Flight service · Hours

FSS GRB
GREEN BAY1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0500-2100

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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270° · 16 kt
RWY 27
270°M
Head/Tail
+16 kt
Crosswind
0 kt

Pattern entry · RWY 27

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 27 · 270° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 2,230 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
09/27Favored90° / 270°6,502 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
096,501'6,501'6,501'6,501'PAPI 4-box left(3°)97', trees, 2817' from thr, 587' R of cntrln, slope 26
276,501'6,501'6,501'6,501'MALSR104', trees, 4578' from thr, 480' R of cntrln, slope 42

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 27
LS · CAT I
IWD
111.5
ILS OR LOC RWY 27
KIWD · 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)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
  • Hangar
Landing fee
Yes
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

  • Be alert for personnel and equipment working during snow removal.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery, if unable to contact on the flight service station frequency, contact Minneapolis ARTCC at 651-463-5588.Show FAA
  • This is a cold temperature airport. Altitude correction is required at or below minus 26 degrees Celsius.Show FAA
  • Aircraft rescue and fire fighting personnel maintain the CTAF during all scheduled aircraft operations.Show FAA
  • Surface conditions are unmonitored from 2100 to 0500.Show FAA
  • There is various wildlife on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Airport personnel maintain the CTAF during all scheduled aircraft operations to provide surface condition reports during winter weather.Show FAA
  • Airport signs may be snow covered during winter months.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • MALSR is activated for runway 27; REIL and PAPI are available for runway 09; high intensity runway lighting is available for runways 09 and 27 on the CTAF frequency.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 09/27The pavement classification rating value is 110/F/B/X/T.Show FAA

Other notes

  • The airport is closed to unscheduled aircraft operations greater than 30 passenger seats except with 48-hour prior permission requested by calling the airport manager.Show FAA
  • Landing fees are waived with fuel purchase.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KIWD

Answer card
ICAO
KIWD
Name
GOGEBIC/IRON COUNTY
Location
IRONWOOD, MICHIGAN
Elevation
1,230.3 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
2,230.3 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
09/27 · 6,502 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
270° at 16 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 27

Gogebic-Iron County Airport sits in Ironwood, Michigan. Field elevation is 1,230.3 ft MSL. The airport has one runway, 09/27, which is 6,502 ft long. There is no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8. The published pattern altitude is not listed, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.

Runway 27 has an ILS. Runway 27 also has MALSR lighting. Runway 09 has REIL and PAPI. High intensity runway lighting is available for both runway ends on CTAF. The on-field FBO is Gogebic-Iron County Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Landing fees are waived with fuel purchase.

This is a cold weather field. Airport personnel maintain the CTAF during scheduled aircraft operations to pass surface condition reports in winter. Surface conditions are unmonitored from 2100 to 0500. Snow removal traffic can be active, so watch for personnel and equipment on the field. Wildlife is also noted in the airport area. The airport is closed to unscheduled aircraft operations with more than 30 passenger seats unless prior permission is arranged 48 hours ahead. For a first visit, plan for winter ops. Check the current Chart Supplement for any changes. Verify the latest field status with the airport operator or the FBO directly by phone.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KIWD?
The published pattern altitude is not listed. For light piston aircraft, use the standard 1,000 ft AGL unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Does KIWD have an ILS approach?
Yes. The field has one ILS approach. It serves runway 27.
What are the tower hours at KIWD?
There is no control tower at KIWD. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8.
Which runway is longest at KIWD?
Runway 09/27 is the only runway. It is 6,502 ft long.
Which FBO is on the field at KIWD?
The on-field FBO is Gogebic-Iron County Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A.
What lighting is available at KIWD at night?
Runway 27 has MALSR. Runway 09 has REIL and PAPI. High intensity runway lighting is available for both runway ends on CTAF.
Is KIWD a cold weather airport?
Yes. The published remarks call it a cold temperature airport. Altitude correction is required at or below minus 26 degrees Celsius.
Are there any winter operations concerns at KIWD?
Yes. Airport personnel maintain the CTAF during scheduled aircraft operations to provide surface condition reports during winter weather. Surface conditions are unmonitored from 2100 to 0500. Verify conditions before arrival.

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