KOWI

MVFR

OTTAWA MUNI

OTTAWA · KANSAS

Elev
966.4'
Longest RWY
4,500'17/35
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR11:35Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KOWI
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,966.4'
MSL · field 966.4' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 35
H/W +9 · X/W 3 kt R

METAR & TAF KOWI

Current METAR

Observed 11:35Z

KOWI 281135Z AUTO 02009KT OVC019 09/06 A3001 RMK AO2
Wind
020° @ 9 kt
Visibility
Temp / Dew
9°C / 6°C
Altimeter
30.01 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
367 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
4 NM S
VFR sectional
KANSAS CITY
ARTCC
ZKC · KANSAS CITY
NOTAM facility
ICT (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
JIM REEDER
Address
2178 MONTANA RD, OTTAWA KS 66067

Flight service · Hours

FSS ICT
WICHITA1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • TUES - SAT · 0800 - 1400

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
020° · 9 kt
RWY 35
356°M
Head/Tail
+9 kt
Crosswind
3 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 35

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 35 · 356° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,966 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
17/35Favored176° / 356°4,500 ftCONC17 R
13/31127° / 307°1,550 ftTURF13 R

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
17PAPI 2-box left(3.25°)65', tree, 1171' from thr, 462' R of cntrln, slope 14
35PAPI 2-box left(3.25°)
1322', tree, 778' from thr, 21' R of cntrln, slope 35
3144', pole, 1089' from thr, 11' R of cntrln, slope 24

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
KOWI · 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
Not available
Power plant repair
Not available
Other services
GLD,INSTR,SALES,SURV

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

  • There are 75-foot poles 1700 feet north of airport elevation runway 17 marked with red lights. Power lines are marked with red balls.Show FAA
  • Taxiway and hold line markings are poor.Show FAA
  • Ultralight activity is on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Fixed base operator services are not available on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.Show FAA
  • Wildlife is on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery, contact Kansas City ARTCC at 913-254-8508.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Runway end identifier lights are activated on runways 17 and 35. Precision approach path indicators are on runways 17 and 35 and controlled by CTAF. Medium intensity runway lights on runway 17/35 are preset on low intensity and can be increased by CTAF.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 13Runway 13/31 is marked with white buckets.Show FAA

Other notes

  • MANAGERAirport manager cell phone number is 785-418-5271.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KOWI

Answer card
ICAO
KOWI
Name
OTTAWA MUNI
Location
OTTAWA, KANSAS
Elevation
966.4 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,966.4 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
2
Longest runway
17/35 · 4,500 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
020° at 9 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 35

Ottawa Muni is in Ottawa, Kansas. The field elevation is 966.4 ft MSL. It has two runways. The longest is runway 17/35 at 4,500 ft of concrete. Runway 13/31 is 1,550 ft of turf. There is no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8.

No ILS approaches are published here. Pattern altitude is not published, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. The on-field FBO is Ottawa Municipal Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (785) 242-5310 before you go if you need current services. Published remarks also note runway end identifier lights on 17 and 35. PAPI is controlled by CTAF on those runways. The medium intensity lights on 17/35 start at low intensity and can be increased by CTAF.

A first-time pilot should pay attention to the local hazards. There are 75-foot poles north of the airport near runway 17. Power lines are marked with red balls. Wildlife has been reported on and near the field. Taxiway and hold line markings are poor. Ultralight activity is also present. If you need clearance delivery, contact Kansas City ARTCC at 913-254-8508. Check the current Chart Supplement for any published noise or curfew restrictions before flying into the field.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KOWI?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Does KOWI have an ILS approach?
No ILS approaches are published for KOWI. Plan for non-precision or visual work and verify current approach options in the Chart Supplement before departure.
What runway is the longest at Ottawa Muni?
Runway 17/35 is the longest runway. It is 4,500 ft of concrete, which is the main runway to plan around at this field.
Is Ottawa Muni towered?
No. KOWI does not have a control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8.
Which FBO is on the field at KOWI?
The on-field FBO listed is Ottawa Municipal Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (785) 242-5310 for current services before arrival.
Are there lighting features on runway 17/35 at KOWI?
Yes. Runway end identifier lights are published on 17 and 35. PAPI is also available on those runways and is controlled by CTAF. The medium intensity runway lights start on low and can be increased by CTAF.
What should I watch for on final into KOWI runway 17?
There are 75-foot poles about 1,700 ft north of the airport near runway 17. Power lines are marked with red balls. Wildlife is also reported on and near the field.
Is there any special operating note for KOWI?
Taxiway and hold line markings are poor. Ultralight activity is also on and in the vicinity of the airport. Check the current Chart Supplement for any published noise or curfew restrictions before flying in.

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