KTTN

VFR

TRENTON MERCER

TRENTON · NEW JERSEY

Elev
212.6'
Longest RWY
6,006'06/24
Tower
06:00–22:00
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR04:53Z
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Before you fly into KTTN
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Towered
06:00–22:00 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
1,212.6'
MSL · field 212.6' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 34
H/W +6 · X/W 4 kt L

METAR & TAF KTTN

Current METAR

Observed 04:53Z

KTTN 120453Z AUTO 29007KT 10SM CLR 23/20 A2975 RMK AO2 SLP065 T02330200 403390211
Wind
290° @ 7 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
23°C / 20°C
Altimeter
29.75 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
1,434 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
4 NM NW
VFR sectional
NEW YORK
ARTCC
ZNY · NEW YORK
NOTAM facility
TTN (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
ERIC BILLOWITZ
Address
340 SCOTCH ROAD, SUITE 200, EWING NJ 08628

Flight service · Hours

FSS MIV
MILLVILLE1-800-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

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290° · 7 kt
RWY 34
314°M
Head/Tail
+6 kt
Crosswind
4 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 34

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 34 · 314° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,213 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
06/2434° / 214°6,006 ftASPHStandard L
16/34Favored134° / 314°4,800 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
066,006'6,006'6,006'6,006'MALSR87', tree, 2120' from thr, 790' R of cntrln, slope 22
246,006'6,006'6,006'6,006'PAPI 4-box left(3°)
164,800'4,800'4,800'4,800'PAPI 4-box left(3°)
344,800'4,800'4,800'4,800'PAPI 4-box left(3°)

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 satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

Top-down satellite sketch of KTTN TRENTON MERCER in TRENTON, NEW JERSEY, showing runways 06/24, 16/34 drawn to scale over Esri World Imagery

Approaches & charts

ILS · 1

RWY 06
LS · CAT I
TTN
111.3
ILS OR LOC RWY 06
KTTN · 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
100LLAA+
Oxygen (bottled)
Low pressure
Oxygen (bulk)
Low pressure
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
CHTR,INSTR,RNTL,SALES

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
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

  • GEESE & FLOCKS OF SEA GULLS & DEER ON & INVOF ARPT.
  • NOISE ABATEMENT PROCS IN EFCT; DEPS OVER 12500 LBS FLY RY HEADING UNTIL 1700 FT MSL; DEPS UNDER 12500 LBS FLY RY HEADING UNTIL 1200 FT MSL.
  • NO TGL OR TRAINING OPNS 2200-0700.
  • FOR CD WHEN ATCT IS CLSD CTC PHL APCH AT (800) 354-9884.
  • VOLUNTARY CURFEW 0000-0600 LCL.
  • TWR VIEW OF TWY J OBSC CTN ADZ.
  • ARFF MNTS GND AND ATCT FREQS DURG ATC ZERO EVENTS.
  • TWY E CLSD TO ACFT WINGSPAN MORE THAN 110FT EXC 24HR PPR 609-883-0994.
  • TWY C CLSD TO ACFT MORE THAN 40000 LB.

Lighting notes

  • WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT HIRL RY 06/24; HIRL RY 16/34; MALSR RY 06; PAPI RYS 24; 16; 34; REIL RYS 24; 16; 34 & TWY LGTS - CTAF.

Fuel notes

  • 100LLFUEL AVBL ON 24/7.

Runway surface & condition

  • 06/24PCR VALUE: 590/F/B/X/T
  • 16/34PCR VALUE: 700/F/B/X/T
  • H1LOCATED AT INTXN OF TWYS 'H' & 'H1'.
  • H2LCTD AT NORTHEAST END OF TWY 'B'.

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 06RWY 06, 185 FT LGTD POLE; 100 FT FROM THRESHOLD, 500 FT R.

Arresting gear

  • 06_EMASRY 6 ENGINEERED MATERIAL ARRESTING SYSTEM 308X162 DEP END.
  • 16_EMASRY 16, ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS), 247 FT LONG BY 162 FT WIDE, LCTD DER 16.
  • 24_EMASRY 24 ENGINEERED MATERIAL ARRESTING SYSTEM 251X162 DEP END.
  • 34_EMASRY 34 ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS), 226 FT LONG BY 162 FT WIDE, LCTD DER 34.

Other notes

  • LDG FEE FOR ALL TRANSIENT ACFT.
  • TPA FOR ACFT UNDER 12500 LBS 1200 FT MSL; ACFT 12500 LBS & OVER 1700 FT MSL.

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KTTN

Answer card
ICAO
KTTN
Name
TRENTON MERCER
Location
TRENTON, NEW JERSEY
Elevation
212.6 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,212.6 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 0600-2200
Total runways
2
Longest runway
06/24 · 6,006 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
13
Magnetic variation
12°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
290° at 7 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 34

Trenton Mercer Airport sits in Trenton, New Jersey. Field elevation is 212.6 ft MSL. The airport has two asphalt runways. The longest is 6,006 ft. The tower is open 0600-2200 local. One ILS is published for runway 06. Pattern altitude is 1,200 ft MSL for aircraft under 12,500 pounds. Pattern altitude is 1,700 ft MSL for aircraft 12,500 pounds and over.

FlightServ is on the field. Signature Aviation is on the field. Both carry AVGAS 100LL and Jet A. 100LL is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is a voluntary curfew from 0000 to 0600 local. Noise abatement procedures are in effect. Departures under 12,500 pounds fly runway heading until 1,200 ft MSL. Departures 12,500 pounds and over fly runway heading until 1,700 ft MSL.

A first-time pilot should plan for a busy controlled field with published procedures. Runway 06 has a lighted pole near the threshold on the right side. Taxiway C is closed to aircraft more than 40,000 pounds. Taxiway E needs prior permission for wingspans over 110 feet. Geese, gulls and deer are reported in the area. Landing fees apply to all transient aircraft. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement before departure for the latest operational details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KTTN for light aircraft?
For aircraft under 12,500 pounds, the published pattern altitude is 1,200 ft MSL. That is the value to use here.
What is the pattern altitude at KTTN for aircraft 12,500 pounds and over?
For aircraft 12,500 pounds and over, the published pattern altitude is 1,700 ft MSL. Use that higher pattern when it applies to your aircraft.
What are the tower hours at Trenton Mercer (KTTN)?
The control tower is open 0600-2200 local. Outside those hours, verify current airport procedures with the airport operator or the current FAA Chart Supplement.
Does KTTN have an ILS approach?
Yes. One ILS approach is published for runway 06. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach data before you fly.
Which runways are available at KTTN and which is longest?
KTTN has two asphalt runways. Runway 06/24 is 6,006 ft long. It is the longest runway on the field. Runway 16/34 is 4,800 ft.
Which FBOs are on the field at KTTN?
FlightServ and Signature Aviation are on the field. Both carry AVGAS 100LL and Jet A. Call the FBO directly by phone for current availability before arrival.
Is there a curfew or noise abatement procedure at KTTN?
There is a voluntary curfew from 0000 to 0600 local. Noise abatement procedures are in effect. Departures under 12,500 pounds fly runway heading until 1,200 ft MSL. Departures 12,500 pounds and over fly runway heading until 1,700 ft MSL.
Are there any runway or taxiway restrictions at KTTN?
Yes. Runway 06 has a lighted pole 500 feet right of the threshold. Taxiway C is closed to aircraft more than 40,000 pounds. Taxiway E requires 24-hour prior permission for wingspans over 110 feet.

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