KMHE

VFR

MITCHELL MUNI

MITCHELL · SOUTH DAKOTA

Elev
1,304.4'
Longest RWY
6,701'13/31
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR06:53Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KMHE
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
2,304.4'
MSL · field 1,304.4' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 31
H/W +9 · X/W 2 kt L

METAR & TAF KMHE

Current METAR

Observed 06:53Z

KMHE 280653Z AUTO 30009KT 10SM CLR 03/01 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP181 T00280011
Wind
300° @ 9 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
3°C / 1°C
Altimeter
30.04 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
29 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 N
VFR sectional
OMAHA
ARTCC
ZMP · MINNEAPOLIS
NOTAM facility
MHE (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
DAN LONDON
Address
621 WEST 5TH, MITCHELL SD 57301

Flight service · Hours

FSS HON
HURON1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0800-1800

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
300° · 9 kt
RWY 31
310°M
Head/Tail
+9 kt
Crosswind
2 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 31

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 31 · 310° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 2,304 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
13/31Favored130° / 310°6,701 ftASPHStandard L
18/36176° / 356°5,513 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
13PAPI 4-box left(3°)
31PAPI 4-box left(3°)MALSR
18PAPI 4-box left(3°)
36PAPI 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 live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

ILS · 1

RWY 31
LS · CAT I
LPA
109.7
ILS OR LOC RWY 31
KMHE · 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
AFRT,AGRI,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

  • Ultralight activity is on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Migratory birds are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery, if unable to contact on the Flight Service Station frequency, contact Minneapolis ARTCC at 651-463-5588.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • The MALSR is activated for runway 31, REIL is activated for runways 13 and 18, PAPI is available for runways 13, 31, 18, and 36, high intensity runway lighting is available for runway 13/31, and medium intensity runway lighting is available for runway 18/36 on the CTAF.Show FAA

Fuel notes

  • 100LLFuel is available 24 hours a day.Show FAA

Other notes

  • 1For an attendant during other hours, call 605-996-1228.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KMHE

Answer card
ICAO
KMHE
Name
MITCHELL MUNI
Location
MITCHELL, SOUTH DAKOTA
Elevation
1,304.4 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
2,304.4 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
13/31 · 6,701 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
300° at 9 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 31

Mitchell Muni is in Mitchell, South Dakota. The field elevation is 1,304.4 ft MSL. It has two asphalt runways. The longest is 6,701 ft on runway 13/31. There is no control tower, so use CTAF 122.8 for local traffic. The pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.

Runway 31 has the ILS. That matters if you are planning an instrument arrival in lower ceilings or reduced visibility. Lighting is good for a non-towered field. MALSR is available for runway 31. REIL is available for runways 13 and 18. PAPI is available on both ends of 13/31 and on 18/36. High intensity lighting is available on 13/31. Medium intensity lighting is available on 18/36.

Wright Brothers Aviation is on the field. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. 100LL is available 24 hours a day. Call the FBO at (605) 996-1228 if you need an attendant during other hours. Expect some airport activity. Ultralights operate on and near the field. Migratory birds are also noted in the area. For clearance delivery, if Flight Service is not reachable, Minneapolis ARTCC is listed as the backup contact.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KMHE?
The pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement gives a different procedure.
Does Mitchell Muni have an ILS approach?
Yes. The published ILS is for runway 31. Plan accordingly if you are arriving IFR.
Is KMHE towered or non-towered?
KMHE has no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8.
What is the longest runway at KMHE?
Runway 13/31 is the longest runway at 6,701 ft. It is asphalt. It gives you the best margin at this field.
Which FBO is on the field at KMHE?
Wright Brothers Aviation is on the field. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist.
Is 100LL available at Mitchell Muni after hours?
Yes. Published remarks say 100LL is available 24 hours a day. For an attendant during other hours, call Wright Brothers Aviation at (605) 996-1228.
What runway lighting should I expect at KMHE at night?
Runway 31 has MALSR. Runways 13 and 18 have REIL. PAPI is available for 13, 31, 18 and 36. High intensity lighting is available on 13/31. Medium intensity lighting is available on 18/36.
Are there any operational cautions at KMHE?
Published remarks note ultralight activity on and near the airport. Migratory birds are also in the area. Keep a sharp scan on arrival and departure.

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