KIAG

VFR

NIAGARA FALLS INTL

NIAGARA FALLS · NEW YORK

Elev
592.3'
Longest RWY
9,826'10/28
Tower
07:00–23:00
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR05:53Z
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Before you fly into KIAG
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Towered
07:00–23:00 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
1,592.3'
MSL · field 592.3' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 24
H/W +3 · X/W 5 kt L

METAR & TAF KIAG

Current METAR

Observed 05:53Z

KIAG 280553Z AUTO 17006KT 10SM CLR 16/04 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP126 T01560039 10172 20139 56015
Wind
170° @ 6 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
16°C / 4°C
Altimeter
29.90 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
879 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 E
VFR sectional
DETROIT
ARTCC
ZOB · CLEVELAND
NOTAM facility
IAG (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
MR. JAMES CELESTE
Address
2035 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD, NIAGARA FALLS NY 14304

Flight service · Hours

FSS BUF
BUFFALO1-800-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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170° · 6 kt
RWY 24
220°M
Head/Tail
+3 kt
Crosswind
5 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 24

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 24 · 220° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,592 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
10/2880° / 260°9,826 ftASPH-CONCStandard L
06/24Favored40° / 220°5,188 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
109,829'10,829'9,829'9,129'PAPI 4-box left(2.89°)52', tree, 840' from thr, 480' R of cntrln, slope 12
289,829'10,529'9,129'9,129'PAPI 4-box left(2.5°)MALSR37', tree, 1425' from thr, 400' R of cntrln, slope 33
065,188'5,188'5,188'5,188'PAPI 4-box left(3°)46', tree, 740' from thr, 290' R of cntrln, slope 11
245,188'5,188'5,108'5,108'PAPI 4-box left(3°)59', tree, 1750' from thr, 320' R of cntrln, slope 26

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 28
LS · CAT I
IAG
110.1
ILS Y OR LOC Y RWY 28
KIAG · 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)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Minor
Power plant repair
Minor
Other services
AFRT,CARGO,CHTR,INSTR,RNTL,SALES

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
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

  • Fluids available include SP.Show FAA
  • Jet aircraft starting units available are 2 of type A/M32A-86, 1 of type AM32A-60, and 1 of type MA-1A.Show FAA
  • Oil type O-148 (military) is available.Show FAA
  • Airfield management does not issue or store communications security. For communications security storage, contact command post DSN 238-2150 or commercial 716-236-2150.Show FAA
  • Taxiways A, A1, A2, A3, M, and L are non-movement areas.Show FAA
  • Extensive aircraft activity is operating in the vicinity of the US and Canadian falls at all altitudes.Show FAA
  • Pilots are reminded to review airport hotspot information before taxiing for departure and before landing. See Terminal Procedures Publication airport diagram and chart supplement section on hotspots for additional information.Show FAA
  • Bearing strength for runway 06/24 is ST110, TT145, SBTT281, TDT415, TRT252.Show FAA
  • Military miscellaneous: for current military runway condition reading call or contact 914 ARW command post or 914th ARW airfield management.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery when the air traffic control tower is closed contact Buffalo air traffic control tower on frequency or 716-626-6920.Show FAA
  • PAJA operations sunrise to sunset. Call airfield manager for more information.Show FAA
  • Miscellaneous: local mission aircraft have priority for deicing; military side only aircraft deicing limited to KC-135R only.Show FAA
  • Intersection departures from runway 24 at taxiway D1 are not authorized.Show FAA
  • Caution: heavy concentrations of gulls, blackbirds, and starlings up to 5,000 feet above ground level on and in vicinity of airport. BASH Phase II operations at Niagara Falls International Airport March through May and September through November.Show FAA
  • Taxiway D3 restricted to 12,500 pounds or less.Show FAA
  • All military aircraft only operations restricted during bird watch conditions. Moderate conditions allow takeoff and landing permission only when departure and arrival route avoids identified bird activity; no local IFR or VFR traffic pattern activity. Severe conditions prohibit takeoff and landing without operations group or commander's approval; contact command post for current bird watch conditions.Show FAA
  • Military Air Force Reserve Command airfield operations service 1200 to 0400 Zulu Monday through Friday except holidays. Nonstandard operations apron markings identify parking row and parking location. Nonstandard main apron markings on east side include park stop bar and aircraft ground equipment box. Customs, agricultural, and immigration services not located on Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. Service available 24 hours. Operations apron west stanchion lights unserviceable. Use caution during nighttime operations.Show FAA
  • Runway 28 has a 1000 foot by 150 foot blast pad.Show FAA
  • Fuel available includes Jet A and A++ (military).Show FAA
  • All military aircraft only minimal classified materials available; aircrews should arrive with appropriate amount to complete their mission.Show FAA
  • Prior permission required contact airfield management at 238-2176 or 716-236-2176. Airfield management requires 48 hour advance notice for prior permission required and will arrange U.S. Customs if needed. U.S. Customs not on station.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • When the tower is closed, activate the medium intensity approach lighting system with runway alignment indicator lights for runway 28; runway end identifier lights for runways 06 and 24; centerline lights for runway 10/28; precision approach path indicators for runways 06, 24, and 10; high intensity runway lights for runway 10/28; medium intensity runway lights for runways 06 and 24; and taxiway lights on the common traffic advisory frequency.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 10/28The pavement classification rating value for runway 10/28 is 4110/F/B/X/T.Show FAA
  • 06/24The pavement classification rating value for runway 06/24 is 2540/F/B/X/T.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 10The approach ratio to the decision height for runway 10 is 29 to 1.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Aircraft rescue and fire fighting index E equipment coverage is provided.Show FAA
  • Parking fee is charged.Show FAA
  • 10/28The rollout end of runway 28, the last 900 feet, is not grooved.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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Key facts · KIAG

Answer card
ICAO
KIAG
Name
NIAGARA FALLS INTL
Location
NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK
Elevation
592.3 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,592.3 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 0700-2300
Total runways
2
Longest runway
10/28 · 9,826 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
14
Magnetic variation
10°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
170° at 6 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 24

Niagara Falls Intl sits in Niagara Falls, New York. Field elevation is 592.3 ft MSL. It has 2 runways. The longest is 10/28 at 9,826 ft. The airport is towered. The tower is open 0700-2300. One ILS approach is published for runway 28.

Pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless ATC or the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. The field is busy. Published remarks call out extensive aircraft activity around the US and Canadian falls at all altitudes. Expect a lot of traffic in the area.

Calspan Air Services is on the field. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. The airport also notes SP fluids are available. Runway 10/28 has a grooved surface except for the last 900 ft of the rollout end on runway 28. Taxiways A, A1, A2, A3, M and L are non-movement areas, so brief your ground handling carefully. This is a good airport to review for tower procedures, runway selection and traffic flow before arrival. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for any noise or local operating notes before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KIAG?
Pattern altitude is not published. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless ATC or the current Chart Supplement gives different guidance.
What runway is longest at Niagara Falls Intl?
Runway 10/28 is the longest runway. It is 9,826 ft long and has an asphalt-concrete surface.
Is KIAG towered and what are the tower hours?
Yes. KIAG has a control tower that operates from 0700 to 2300.
Does KIAG have an ILS approach?
Yes. One ILS approach is published for runway 28.
Which FBO is on the field at KIAG?
Calspan Air Services is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist.
Are there any runway notes for 10/28 at KIAG?
Yes. The last 900 ft of the rollout end of runway 28 is not grooved. Plan your landing and rollout accordingly, especially in wet conditions.
What should a first-time pilot know about traffic at KIAG?
Published remarks say there is extensive aircraft activity in the vicinity of the US and Canadian falls at all altitudes. Expect busy airspace. Stay sharp on tower instructions.
Is there anything special about taxiing at KIAG?
Yes. Taxiways A, A1, A2, A3, M and L are non-movement areas. Confirm taxi instructions carefully before you move.

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