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Southern Illinois Airport (KMDH/MDH) — Carbondale/Murphysboro, United States

Southern Illinois Airport (KMDH/MDH) serves Carbondale/Murphysboro, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (06/24, 18L/36R). Field elevation is 411 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Observed Activity · Sep 9
1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 16:00Z
2026-08-072026-09-09
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KMDH
  • Name: Southern Illinois Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: 37.778099
  • Longitude: -89.251999
  • Elevation: 411 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Carbondale/Murphysboro
  • IATA Code: MDH
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 1269x30m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18L/36R

  • Designation: 18L/36R
  • Dimensions: 1983x30m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18R/36L

  • Designation: 18R/36L
  • Dimensions: 1066x18m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 125.350, 125.350 MHz
  • Ground: 121.800 MHz
  • Operations: 122.950, 125.350 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 125.300 MHz
  • ATIS: 119.850 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Southern Illinois Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 618-529-1721
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

09/003 warning
Runway closed
TWY A BTN TWY H AND APCH END RWY 36R CLSD DUE TO CONSTRUCTION
2026-09-02 13:28:00 2026-10-19 22:00:00
08/009 warning
Runway closed
TWY A BTN TWY H AND APCH END RWY 36R CLSD CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION.
2026-08-31 14:07:00 2026-10-13 05:00:00
09/004 caution
Navaid/lighting unserviceable
RWY 18L ALS U/S
2026-09-06 02:06:00 2026-09-17 20:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of KMDH?
Southern Illinois Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at KMDH?
The tower frequency at Southern Illinois Airport is 125.35, 125.35 MHz.
What fuel is available at KMDH?
Southern Illinois Airport offers 100LL, Jet A.
Does KMDH require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Southern Illinois Airport (United States).
Where is KMDH located?
Southern Illinois Airport (KMDH) is located in Carbondale/Murphysboro, United States.
What is the IATA code for KMDH?
The IATA code for Southern Illinois Airport is MDH.
How long is the runway at KMDH?
The main runway at Southern Illinois Airport (06/24) measures 1269x30m.