KMVN

VFR

MOUNT VERNON

MOUNT VERNON · ILLINOIS

Elev
480.4'
Longest RWY
6,496'05/23
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR00:56Z
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Before you fly into KMVN
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,480.4'
MSL · field 480.4' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 23
H/W +10 · X/W 6 kt L

METAR & TAF KMVN

Current METAR

Observed 00:56Z

KMVN 280056Z AUTO 20011KT 10SM SCT034 24/21 A2967 RMK AO2 SLPNO T02440206 $
Wind
200° @ 11 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
24°C / 21°C
Altimeter
29.67 inHg
Clouds
SCT
Density alt
1,986 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
3 NM E
VFR sectional
ST LOUIS
ARTCC
ZKC · KANSAS CITY
NOTAM facility
MVN (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
CHRIS COLLINS
Address
100 AVIATION DRIVE, MT VERNON IL 62864

Flight service · Hours

FSS STL
SAINT LOUIS1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0630-2000

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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200° · 11 kt
RWY 23
229°M
Head/Tail
+10 kt
Crosswind
6 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 23

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 23 · 229° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,480 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
05/23Favored49° / 229°6,496 ftASPHStandard L
15/33149° / 329°3,146 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
056,496'6,496'6,496'5,722'VASI 4-box left(3°)12', road, 200' from thr, 395' R of cntrln, slope 0
235,572'5,572'5,572'5,572'MALSR97', trees, 2988' from thr, 54' R of cntrln, slope 28
153,146'3,146'3,146'3,146'63', tree, 873' from thr, 180' R of cntrln, slope 10
333,146'3,146'3,146'3,146'23', rr, 613' from thr, 166' R of cntrln, slope 19

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 23
LS · CAT I
MVN
111.7
ILS OR LOC RWY 23
KMVN · 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 (bulk)
Low pressure
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
CARGO,CHTR,INSTR,RNTL,SALES

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 contact Kansas City ARTCC at 913-254-8508.Show FAA
  • Migratory waterfowl are in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Activate MALSR on runway 23 via CTAF. Activate medium intensity runway lighting on runways 15/33 and high intensity runway lighting on runway 05/23 via CTAF at night only.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 05/23The pavement classification number value for runway 05/23 is 550/F/D/X/T.Show FAA
  • 15/33The pavement classification number value for runway 15/33 is 220/F/D/X/T.Show FAA
  • 05/23Runway 05/23 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 operations with scheduled passenger-carrying operations of more than 9 passenger seats and non-scheduled passenger-carrying operations of more than 30 passenger seats. Ninety day prior permission required for unscheduled aircraft operations greater than 30 passenger seats. Call the airport manager at 618-242-7016.Show FAA
  • 15/33Runway 15/33 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 operations with scheduled passenger-carrying operations of more than 9 passenger seats and non-scheduled passenger-carrying operations of more than 30 passenger seats. Ninety day prior permission required for unscheduled aircraft operations greater than 30 passenger seats. Call the airport manager at 618-242-7016.Show FAA
  • H1Helicopter landing area H1 is for private use by Air-Evac Lifeteam only.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 23Runway 23 MALSR is available during daylight hours.Show FAA
  • 05There is a 12 foot road zero to 200 feet from the threshold 395 feet right to 495 feet right of centerline.Show FAA
  • 05The approach ratio to displaced threshold is 34 to 1 over trees 2583 feet from the displaced threshold and 158 feet right of centerline.Show FAA
  • 05There is an 18 foot railroad 238 feet from the runway end and 498 feet right of centerline with a 2 to 1 slope.Show FAA

Other notes

  • 1For services after hours call 618-315-5462.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KMVN

Answer card
ICAO
KMVN
Name
MOUNT VERNON
Location
MOUNT VERNON, ILLINOIS
Elevation
480.4 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,480.4 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
05/23 · 6,496 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
200° at 11 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 23

Mount Vernon Airport sits in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Field elevation is 480.4 ft MSL. It has two asphalt runways. The longest is 05/23 at 6,496 ft. The airport is non-towered. CTAF and UNICOM are both 123.0. Runway 23 has an ILS approach. The published pattern altitude is not listed, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.

SRT Flightline is on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A Prist. For after-hours service, the published remarks give a phone number to call. The remarks also note migratory waterfowl in the area, so expect bird activity on arrival and departure. Runway 23 has MALSR lighting available during daylight hours. Clearance delivery is handled through Kansas City ARTCC by phone, which is useful to know if you need IFR services before departure.

There are a few runway-specific items to brief before you go. Runway 05 has published obstacle notes near the approach end. Runway 15/33 and 05/23 both have restrictions for certain large passenger operations. If you are planning anything outside normal GA use, call the airport manager first. The field is in a part of Illinois where weather and bird activity can change the picture quickly. A current check of runway condition, winds and the latest Chart Supplement is smart before launch.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KMVN?
The published pattern altitude is not listed. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Is KMVN towered or non-towered?
KMVN is non-towered. CTAF and UNICOM are both 123.0.
What ILS approach is available at Mount Vernon Airport?
Runway 23 has the listed ILS approach. If you are planning an IFR arrival, confirm the current procedure details in the Chart Supplement before flight.
What is the longest runway at KMVN?
Runway 05/23 is the longest runway at 6,496 ft. It is asphalt and gives the field the best margin for heavier GA aircraft.
Which FBO is on the field at KMVN?
SRT Flightline is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL and Jet A Prist. Call the FBO directly for current services before arrival.
Are there runway restrictions for larger passenger aircraft at KMVN?
Yes. The remarks say runways 05/23 and 15/33 are not available for certain Part 121 and Part 380 passenger operations above the listed seat limits. Call the airport manager at 618-242-7016 for prior permission details.
Is there anything special to watch for on approach to runway 05?
Yes. The published remarks note trees near the displaced threshold. A railroad is close to the runway end. A road is near the threshold area. Brief the approach carefully and check the current Chart Supplement before landing.
Can I expect bird activity at KMVN?
Yes. The published remarks say migratory waterfowl are in the vicinity of the airport. Plan for extra vigilance on departure and arrival.

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