What are the operating hours of KMKC?

Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport operates from %H:%i to %H:%i.

What is the tower frequency at KMKC?

The tower frequency at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is 133.3 MHz.

What fuel is available at KMKC?

Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport offers Jet A-1, 100LL.

Does KMKC require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (United States).

Is customs available at KMKC?

Yes, customs at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is available from %H:%i to %H:%i.

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Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport

Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC/MKC) serves Kansas City, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (01/19, 04/22). Field elevation is 759 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 6/10

Data last updated: 2026-02-24

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KMKC
Name: Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 39.123199
Longitude: -94.592796
Elevation: 759 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Kansas City
IATA Code: MKC
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: N/A
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 2081x46m
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: ILS/DME, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 04/22

Designation: 04/22
Dimensions: 1539x30m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: ILS/DME, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 133.300 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: 122.600 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 120.750 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: %H:%i
Close: %H:%i
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 24-hour operations. Tower continuously staffed.

Contacts

AIS Tel: (816) 329-2854
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: (816) 859-7600
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://flymkc.com
Remarks: Airport Manager: (816) 859-7610. Airport Operations: (816) 289-2718. Atlantic Aviation FBO: (816) 949-8900. Signature Aviation FBO: (816) 842-8484.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: (816) 289-2718
Remarks: N/A

Customs

Open: %H:%i
Close: %H:%i
Phone: (816) 584-1994
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: U.S. CBP on-site. M-F 0800-2000, Sat-Sun 1100-2000. After hours available with 2-hour prior notice — call CBP National Dispatch Center 1-800-973-2867. User fee applies.

Fees

Landing Fee: Contact airport operations for current rates
Parking Fee: Contact airport operations; ramp/hangar available
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: City-owned airport. FBO handling through Atlantic Aviation or Signature Aviation. Self-service fuel available. Contact airport operations at (816) 859-7600 for current fee schedule.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-24
Remarks: Available from Atlantic Aviation (816-949-8900) and Signature Aviation (816-842-8484). Contract fuel accepted.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-24
Remarks: Self-service available from City of Kansas City (816-859-7600). Full-service from Signature Aviation.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: On-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection. eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP hours: M-F 0800-2000, Sat-Sun 1100-2000. After hours: CBP National Dispatch Center 1-800-973-2867. 2 hours prior notice required.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew — 24-hour operations. Flocks of pigeons in vicinity of departure end Rwy 04. Wildlife on and in vicinity of airport. FM radio station interference may affect communications. Rwy 04/22 departures must maintain pattern altitude before turning crosswind.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KMKC?: Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport operates from %H:%i to %H:%i.
What is the tower frequency at KMKC?: The tower frequency at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is 133.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at KMKC?: Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does KMKC require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (United States).
Is customs available at KMKC?: Yes, customs at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is available from %H:%i to %H:%i.

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