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Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) — Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States

Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK/PWK) serves Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (06/24, 12/30). Field elevation is 647 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KPWK
  • Name: Chicago Executive Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: 42.114223
  • Longitude: -87.901497
  • Elevation: 647 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
  • IATA Code: PWK
  • 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: 1121x15m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 12/30

  • Designation: 12/30
  • Dimensions: 1346x23m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 39
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 16/34

  • Designation: 16/34
  • Dimensions: 1524x46m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 39
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.900, 119.900 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: 119.900, 122.950 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 124.200 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
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 847-537-2580
  • 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

Fees

  • Landing Fee: USD 5/1000lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: USD 14/night
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Chicago Executive Airport, Wheeling IL. North Chicago GA reliever. FBOs: Atlantic Aviation, Signature.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Signature Flight Support, Atlantic Aviation.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1+
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: CBP port of entry. eAPIS required. Customs available by appointment.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 22:00
  • Curfew End: 06:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Noise curfew enforced. Helicopter ops restricted at night.

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

07/032 info
Aerodrome restriction
AP SFC COND NOT REP
2026-07-18 11:30:00 2026-07-19 20:30:00
04/152 warning
Runway closed
RWY 06/24 CLSD EXC TAX
2026-05-01 13:00:00 Until further notice
04/139 warning
Aerodrome restriction
AP ALL SFC WIP GRASS CUTTING
2026-04-22 11:00:00 2026-10-30 21:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of KPWK?
Chicago Executive Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at KPWK?
The tower frequency at Chicago Executive Airport is 119.9, 119.9 MHz.
What fuel is available at KPWK?
Chicago Executive Airport offers Jet A, 100LL, Jet A-1+.
Does KPWK require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Chicago Executive Airport (United States).
Where is KPWK located?
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) is located in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States.
What is the IATA code for KPWK?
The IATA code for Chicago Executive Airport is PWK.
How long is the runway at KPWK?
The main runway at Chicago Executive Airport (06/24) measures 1121x15m.
Does KPWK have an ILS approach?
Yes, Chicago Executive Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.
Is KPWK a port of entry?
Yes, Chicago Executive Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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