KSUW

MVFR

RICHARD I BONG

SUPERIOR · WISCONSIN

Elev
674.4'
Longest RWY
5,100'04/22
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR10:35Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KSUW
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,674.4'
MSL · field 674.4' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 32
H/W +13 · X/W 8 kt L

METAR & TAF KSUW

Current METAR

Observed 10:35Z

KSUW 281035Z AUTO 29015G22KT 10SM OVC019 06/02 A2973 RMK AO2 T00550020
Wind
290° @ 15G22 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
6°C / 2°C
Altimeter
29.73 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
-8 ft
Ceiling
1,900 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
3 NM S
VFR sectional
GREEN BAY
ARTCC
ZMP · MINNEAPOLIS
NOTAM facility
SUW (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
CALVIN KRAMP
Address
4804 HAMMOND AVE, SUPERIOR WI 54880

Flight service · Hours

FSS GRB
GREEN BAY1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0800-DUSK

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
Approach / Departure
Other

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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290° · 15 kt
RWY 32
319°M
Head/Tail
+13 kt
Crosswind
8 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 32

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 32 · 319° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,674 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
04/2236° / 216°5,100 ftASPHStandard L
14/32Favored139° / 319°4,001 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
04PAPI 4-box left(3°)
32PAPI 4-box left(4°)

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 04
KSUW · 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
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
INSTR,PAJA,RNTL

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 Duluth Approach at 218-740-5950.Show FAA
  • Deer are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Runway end identifier lights are activated on runways 04, 14, and 32 by CTAF. Medium intensity runway lights on runways 04/22 and 14/32 are preset to low from sunset to sunrise and can be increased in intensity and activated by CTAF.Show FAA

Fuel notes

  • 100LL24-hour fuel is available with credit card.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KSUW

Answer card
ICAO
KSUW
Name
RICHARD I BONG
Location
SUPERIOR, WISCONSIN
Elevation
674.4 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,674.4 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
04/22 · 5,100 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
5
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
290° at 15 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 32

Richard I Bong Airport sits in Superior, Wisconsin. Field elevation is 674.4 ft MSL. The airport has two asphalt runways. The longest is 5,100 ft on 04/22. The other runway is 14/32 at 4,001 ft. There is no control tower. Clearance delivery is handled by Duluth Approach. No ILS approaches are published here.

The pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. That puts the traffic pattern at about 1,674.4 ft MSL based on the field elevation. Superior Flying Services is on the field. It carries 100LL and Jet A Prist. 24-hour fuel is available with credit card. Runway end identifier lights on 04, 14 and 32 are activated by CTAF. The medium intensity runway lights on both runways are preset low from sunset to sunrise. CTAF can be used to increase intensity and activate the lights. Deer are reported on and near the airport. Expect wildlife on taxi and takeoff rolls. For any current noise or operational restrictions, check the current FAA Chart Supplement before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What is the longest runway at KSUW?
The longest runway is 04/22 at 5,100 ft asphalt. That is the runway to plan on if you want the most pavement for takeoff or landing.
Is there an ILS at Richard I Bong Airport?
No ILS approaches are published for KSUW. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach list before you file or launch.
What is the pattern altitude at KSUW?
The pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Is KSUW towered?
No. KSUW has no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.7.
Which FBO is on the field at KSUW?
Superior Flying Services is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL and Jet A Prist. Call (715) 394-6444 for current services before arrival.
Can I get 24-hour fuel at KSUW?
Yes. Published remarks say 24-hour fuel is available with credit card. Confirm current availability with the FBO if you need after-hours service.
How are the runway lights activated at KSUW?
Runway end identifier lights on 04, 14 and 32 are activated by CTAF. The medium intensity runway lights on 04/22 and 14/32 are preset low from sunset to sunrise. CTAF can increase intensity.
Are there wildlife hazards at Richard I Bong Airport?
Yes. Published remarks say deer are on and in the vicinity of the airport. Plan for wildlife awareness during taxi, takeoff and landing.

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