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K59 Statistics & Information

Airside Facilities
Existing

Primary Runway Length (Feet)
3,000

Primary Runway Width (Feet)
48

Primary Runway Surface
Asphalt

Taxiway Type
Partial Parallel, 1-Turnaround

Pavement Condition Index (PCI)
54

Approach Type
Non-Precision

Runway/Taxiway Lighting
LIRL

Approach Lighting System
None

GVGI
1-REIL

Rotating Beacon (Visual Aide)
Yes

Wind Sock (Visual Aide)
Yes

Weather
AWOS-3

GCO/RCO
No

Landside Facilities
Existing

Hangar Spaces
Yes

Apron Spaces
Yes

Terminal
Yes

Ave. Based Aircraft
39

Annual Operations
2,288

Food Vending
Yes

Drink Vending
Yes

Parking
FREE

Services
Existing

FBO
Yes

Auto Parking
Yes

Fuel
AvGas-Yes
Jet A Fuel – Yes

Restrooms
Yes

Pilot’s Lounge
Yes

Snow Removal Plan
Yes

Ground Transportation Link
Yes

Economic Impact
Existing

Direct Output
$230,200

Indirect Output
$71,200

Induced Output
$198,000

Total Jobs
7

Total Payroll
$162,900

Total Output
$499,400

Future Growth

Based aircraft and annual operations are expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 0.84% over the planning period (2007-2027) based on historical demand and local socioeconomic indicators, as well as state and national trends. [Source: Kansas Department of Transportation Aviation Division]

Amelia Earhart Airport is an integral component to the State’s system of airports. The airport does more than serve the area’s businesses and recreational needs. It provides access to our nation’s air transportation network, provides community benefits, and generates economic activity.