KSLB

VFR

STORM LAKE MUNI

STORM LAKE · IOWA

Elev
1,487.9'
Longest RWY
5,002'17/35
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR08:55Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KSLB
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
2,487.9'
MSL · field 1,487.9' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 31
H/W +11 · X/W 1 kt L

METAR & TAF KSLB

Current METAR

Observed 08:55Z

KSLB 280855Z AUTO 31011KT 10SM CLR 04/03 A2996 RMK AO2
Wind
310° @ 11 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
4°C / 3°C
Altimeter
29.96 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
475 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 SW
VFR sectional
OMAHA
ARTCC
ZMP · MINNEAPOLIS
NOTAM facility
SLB (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
JIM BARTHOLOMEW
Address
850 630TH ST, STORM LAKE IA 50588

Flight service · Hours

FSS FOD
FORT DODGE1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • JUNE - SEPT · MON-SAT · 0800-1700
  • OCT - MAY · MON - SAT · 0900 - 1700

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
310° · 11 kt
RWY 31
310°M
Head/Tail
+11 kt
Crosswind
1 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 31

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 31 · 310° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 2,488 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
17/35171° / 351°5,002 ftCONCStandard L
13/31Favored130° / 310°3,034 ftCONCStandard L
06/2462° / 242°1,962 ftTURFStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
17PAPI 2-box left(3°)
35PAPI 2-box left(3°)
1324', road, 460' from thr, 0' 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 17
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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
100A
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
AGRI,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
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

  • For clearance delivery contact Minneapolis ARTCC at 651-463-5588.Show FAA
  • Runway 35 is calm wind runway.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Medium intensity runway lights are activated on runways 13/31 and 17/35 and runway end identifier lights are on runways 17 and 35 on CTAF. Precision approach path indicators on runways 17 and 35 operate continuously.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 06Runways 06/24 are marked with yellow cones.Show FAA
  • 13Approach ratio from displaced threshold is 26 to 1.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Provided approach to each runway is clear for a 20 to 1 glide slope and maintain a clear transitional surface for a 7 to 1 slope.Show FAA
  • 1For attendant after hours call 712-732-6301.Show FAA
  • MANAGEREvening phone 712-732-6301.Show FAA
  • 06/24Runway 06/24 is closed during winter months November through March.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KSLB

Answer card
ICAO
KSLB
Name
STORM LAKE MUNI
Location
STORM LAKE, IOWA
Elevation
1,487.9 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
2,487.9 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
3
Longest runway
17/35 · 5,002 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
310° at 11 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 31

Storm Lake Muni sits in Storm Lake, Iowa. The field elevation is 1,487.9 ft MSL. It has three runways. The longest is 17/35 at 5,002 ft. This is an untowered airport, so plan to self-announce on CTAF 122.7. Pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL pattern for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement or local procedures say otherwise.

No ILS approaches are published here. Bart's Flying Service is on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call ahead at (712) 732-6494 if you need current service details. The airport remarks also note that runway 35 is the calm wind runway. Runway 17 and runway 35 have medium intensity lights. REILs are on those two runways. PAPI is listed as operating continuously on 17 and 35. Runway 06/24 is a turf strip. It is marked with yellow cones and is closed in the winter months from November through March.

The airport sits at a higher field elevation for the region. That means performance planning matters on warm days. Check density altitude before departure. Runway 13 has a displaced threshold note in the remarks. Clearance delivery for IFR work goes through Minneapolis ARTCC at 651-463-5588. For any current operational detail, verify with the airport operator or the FBO directly by phone.

Frequently asked questions

What is the field elevation at KSLB?
Storm Lake Muni sits at 1,487.9 ft MSL. That matters for takeoff performance and pattern work.
What is the pattern altitude at Storm Lake Muni?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL pattern for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Is there an ILS at KSLB?
No ILS approaches are published for KSLB. Check the current Chart Supplement for the latest approach list before you go.
Which runway is the longest at KSLB?
Runway 17/35 is the longest runway at 5,002 ft. That is the main paved runway to plan around.
Is KSLB towered?
No. KSLB has no control tower. Use CTAF 122.7 for self-announce operations.
Which FBO is on the field at Storm Lake Muni?
Bart's Flying Service is on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (712) 732-6494 for current service details.
Can I use runway 06/24 at KSLB in winter?
No. The published remarks say runway 06/24 is closed from November through March. Verify current conditions with the airport operator before planning to use it.
What lighting is available at KSLB for night operations?
Runways 13/31 and 17/35 have medium intensity runway lights. REILs are on 17 and 35. PAPI on 17 and 35 operates continuously.

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