What are the operating hours of KMSL?

Northwest Alabama Regional Airport operates from 11:00 to 23:00.

What fuel is available at KMSL?

Northwest Alabama Regional Airport offers 100LL, Jet A.

Does KMSL require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (United States).

Where is KMSL located?

Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (KMSL) is located in Muscle Shoals, United States.

What is the IATA code for KMSL?

The IATA code for Northwest Alabama Regional Airport is MSL.

How long is the runway at KMSL?

The main runway at Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (11/29) measures 2040x46m.

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Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (KMSL/MSL) — Muscle Shoals, United States

Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (KMSL/MSL) serves Muscle Shoals, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (11/29, 18/36). Field elevation is 551 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 2/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KMSL
Name: Northwest Alabama Regional Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 34.7453
Longitude: -87.610199
Elevation: 551 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Muscle Shoals
IATA Code: MSL
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Chicago
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 11/29

Designation: 11/29
Dimensions: 2040x46m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

Designation: 18/36
Dimensions: 1219x30m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 6694 x 150 ft
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 122.200 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 120.800 MHz
ATIS: 119.425 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 11:00 – 23:00

Tuesday 11:00 – 23:00

Wednesday 11:00 – 23:00

Thursday 11:00 – 23:00

Friday 11:00 – 23:00

Saturday 11:00 – 23:00

Sunday 11:00 – 23:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 256-383-2270
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

04/030 warning

ILS out of service

ILS RWY 30 GP U/S

2026-04-29 17:34:00 2026-09-01 18:00:00

03/034 caution

Taxiway restriction

RWY 30 THR DISPLACED 1275FT MARKING NOT STD. DECLARED DIST: TORA 5994FT TODA 5994FT ASDA 5994FT LDA 5419FT.

2026-03-31 20:17:00 2026-10-01 23:00:00

07/009 info

TOWER LGT (ASR 1216109) 345159.40N0874151.30W (8.4NM NNW MSL) 931.8FT (319.9FT AGL) U/S

2026-07-13 23:11:00 2026-07-28 22:11:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KMSL?: Northwest Alabama Regional Airport operates from 11:00 to 23:00.
What fuel is available at KMSL?: Northwest Alabama Regional Airport offers 100LL, Jet A.
Does KMSL require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (United States).
Where is KMSL located?: Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (KMSL) is located in Muscle Shoals, United States.
What is the IATA code for KMSL?: The IATA code for Northwest Alabama Regional Airport is MSL.
How long is the runway at KMSL?: The main runway at Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (11/29) measures 2040x46m.

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