KMCI

MVFR

KANSAS CITY INTL

KANSAS CITY · MISSOURI

Elev
1,026.9'
Longest RWY
10,801'01L/19R
Tower
24
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR12:53Z
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Before you fly into KMCI
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Towered
24 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
2,026.9'
MSL · field 1,026.9' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 01L
H/W +5 · X/W 1 kt L

METAR & TAF KMCI

Current METAR

Observed 12:53Z

KMCI 281253Z 36005KT 10SM OVC018 09/06 A3006 RMK AO2 SLP178 T00890056
Wind
360° @ 5 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
9°C / 6°C
Altimeter
30.06 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
380 ft
Ceiling
1,800 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
15 NM NW
VFR sectional
KANSAS CITY
ARTCC
ZKC · KANSAS CITY
NOTAM facility
MCI (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
MR. LUKE MAWHIRTER
Address
P.O. BOX 20047, KANSAS CITY MO 64195

Flight service · Hours

FSS COU
COLUMBIA1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • ALL

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
ATIS / D-ATIS
Clearance / Ground
Tower / Local
Approach / Departure
Other

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
360° · 5 kt
RWY 01L
011°M
Head/Tail
+5 kt
Crosswind
1 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 01L

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 01L · 011° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 2,027 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
01L/19RFavored11° / 191°10,801 ftCONC19R R
09/2794° / 274°9,501 ftASPH27 R
01R/19L11° / 191°9,500 ftCONCStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
01L10,801'10,801'10,801'10,801'PAPI 4-box left(3°)MALSR
19R10,801'10,801'10,801'10,801'PAPI 4-box right(3°)ALSF2
099,501'9,501'9,501'9,501'MALSR
279,501'9,501'9,501'9,501'PAPI 4-box left(3°)MALSR
01R9,500'9,500'9,500'9,500'PAPI 4-box right(3°)ALSF2
19L9,500'9,500'9,500'9,500'MALSR

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 · 6

RWY 01L
LD · CAT I
DOT
110.5
RWY 01R
LD · CAT IIIB
PVL
110.75
RWY 09
LD · CAT I
RNI
109.7
RWY 19L
LD · CAT I
DYH
109.55
RWY 19R
LD · CAT IIIB
PAJ
109.1
RWY 27
LD · CAT I
UQY
109.7
ILS OR LOC RWY 01L
KMCI · 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
Airframe repair
Not available
Power plant repair
Not available
Other services
CARGO

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Landing fee
No fee published
Customs
Not available
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.

General notes

  • Military aircraft may be charged ramp and parking fees.Show FAA
  • Taxiways W, N1, N3, M1, M3, S1, S3, D1, and D3 have a wingspan restriction of 118 feet.Show FAA
  • Taxiway C2 between taxiways C3 and C1 has a wingspan restriction of 118 feet.Show FAA
  • Noise abatement procedures are in effect from 2200 to 0600 with landings on runways 01L and 19L and takeoffs on runways 01R and 19R.Show FAA
  • No aircraft parking is allowed on the postal apron.Show FAA
  • Design group V and VI aircraft require an airport escort on taxiway Delta between taxiways Juliet and C9.Show FAA
  • Waterfowl are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Taxiway B2 is closed to aircraft with a wingspan greater than 135 feet.Show FAA
  • Taxiway B1 between taxiway B and the FedEx apron cockpit is over the centerline steering required.Show FAA
  • Prior permission is required to park at terminal gates; contact airport operations at 816-835-4315.Show FAA
  • South ramp control frequency is 130.825.Show FAA
  • A windshear alert system is installed on the airport.Show FAA
  • When using high-speed exits C4 and C6, continue until the first parallel taxiway, then use extreme care when turning in excess of 90 degrees.Show FAA
  • North ramp control frequency is 128.975.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 01R/19LThe pavement classification rating value for runway 01R/19L is 1107 rigid, bearing, wet, and taxi.Show FAA
  • 09/27The pavement classification rating value for runway 09/27 is 646 flexible, bearing, dry, and taxi.Show FAA
  • 01L/19RPavement classification number value for runway 01L/19R is 1106 rigid dual wheel tandem.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KMCI

Answer card
ICAO
KMCI
Name
KANSAS CITY INTL
Location
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
Elevation
1,026.9 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
2,026.9 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 24
Total runways
3
Longest runway
01L/19R · 10,801 ft
Published ILS approaches
6
Published frequencies
25
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
360° at 5 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 01L

Kansas City Intl sits in Kansas City, Missouri. The field elevation is 1,026.9 ft MSL. It has three runways. The longest is 10,801 ft on 01L/19R. The airport is towered. The tower is open 24 hours. Six ILS approaches are published here, which gives crews good instrument options on several runway ends.

For pattern work, the published pattern altitude is not listed. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless ATC gives you something different. That puts the pattern around 2,027 ft MSL based on the field elevation. Verify the current Chart Supplement before you fly. Signature Aviation is on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call them at (816) 243-6440 for current services.

This is a busy Class B airport with large-aircraft traffic and a lot of runway. Noise abatement is published for late night hours. Between 2200 and 0600, landings are on 01L and 19L. Takeoffs are on 01R and 19R. Taxiway and wingspan limits also matter here. Waterfowl are reported on and near the airport. Plan for bird activity on taxi. If you are flying a larger airframe, check the current Chart Supplement and coordinate closely with airport ops before arrival.

Frequently asked questions

What is the longest runway at KMCI?
The longest runway is 01L/19R at 10,801 ft. That is the main runway to know if you are planning a heavier arrival or departure.
What is the pattern altitude at KMCI?
The facts block does not publish a pattern altitude. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless ATC assigns something different. That works out to about 2,027 ft MSL based on the field elevation.
Is KMCI towered and what are the tower hours?
Yes. KMCI has a control tower that operates 24 hours.
How many ILS approaches are available at KMCI?
There are 6 ILS approaches published for runway ends 01L, 01R, 09, 19L, 19R and 27. Check the current Chart Supplement for the approach you plan to fly.
Which FBO is on the field at KMCI?
Signature Aviation is the confirmed on-field FBO. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (816) 243-6440 for current handling and services.
Is there a noise abatement procedure at KMCI?
Yes. Noise abatement is in effect from 2200 to 0600. During those hours, landings are on 01L and 19L. Takeoffs are on 01R and 19R.
Can large aircraft use all taxiways at KMCI?
Not always. Several taxiways have a 118-foot wingspan restriction. Taxiway B2 is closed to aircraft with a wingspan greater than 135 feet. Design group V and VI aircraft also require an airport escort on taxiway Delta between Juliet and C9.
What should a first-time pilot watch for at KMCI?
Expect a busy Class B environment with heavy airline traffic. Waterfowl are present on and near the airport. Check the current Chart Supplement and coordinate with ATC if you are new to the field.

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