Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport (MGY)

Dayton-Wright Brothers at a Glance

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport (KMGY) is a public reliever for Dayton International, sited about 12 miles south of downtown Dayton in Miami Township. It has a single 5,000-foot asphalt runway (2/20) at 957 ft elevation. The field is uncontrolled, using a common traffic advisory frequency, with RNAV (GPS) and a localizer approach. First Flight Aviation is the full-service FBO, offering Jet-A, 100LL, and on-site maintenance. There is no customs on field.

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Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport, 10600 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45342

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport
ICAO Code	KMGY
IATA Code	MGY
FAA Identifier	MGY
Address	10600 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45342
Elevation	957 ft MSL
Coordinates	39.5889° N, 84.2249° W
Owner / Operator	City of Dayton
Phone	+1-937-293-7900
FAA Data	AirNav MGY

Operations & Facilities
Runways	02/20: 5,000 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Wright Brothers Aero
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Cat I, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	Uncontrolled — CTAF 119.35
Weight Limit	None published
Annual Operations	30,000+

Runways & Approaches

KMGY operates a single asphalt runway, 2/20, measuring 5,000 by 100 feet, at a field elevation of 957 feet MSL. That length comfortably supports turboprops and light jets such as the Phenom 300, Citation CJ-series, and Citation XLS, and accommodates many midsize jets when weight and weather are managed. Super-midsize and heavy jets are not a routine fit here: at 5,000 feet, operators of aircraft like the Challenger 350, Gulfstream G280, or larger should run runway-specific takeoff and landing performance numbers against payload, temperature, and runway conditions before committing.

The airport is non-towered, with pilots self-announcing on the common traffic advisory frequency. Instrument access is provided by RNAV (GPS) approaches to both Runway 02 and Runway 20, plus a localizer approach to Runway 20; there is no ILS. The low 957-foot elevation keeps density-altitude effects modest even on warm summer afternoons.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

First Flight Aviation

The field's full-service FBO, established in 1981 and an AvFuel-network dealer. Offers Jet-A and 100LL (with or without Prist), line service, hangar and tie-down space, courtesy cars, and an on-site FAA Certified Repair Station (GA5R-876M) for piston, turboprop, and corporate-jet maintenance.

Higher Ground Helicopters

An on-field rotary-wing operator providing helicopter maintenance and related services at Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport.

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Aircraft Registered in DAYTON (148)

148 aircraft are registered to owners in DAYTON, OH according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 148. Track live flights from MGY →

N1100U

CESSNA 172P · 1980

N110UH

VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12 · 2011

N130TW

ALKIRE RICHARD P WITTMAN TAILWIND W 8 · 1991

N133RJ

MOONEY M20J · 1981

N135G

CESSNA T206H · 1999

N14027

WACO YKC · 1934

N1579M

CESSNA 182P · 1975

N165JB

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22T · 2024

N177HP

PINSENT HILARY J PINSENT NIEUPORT 17 · 2006

N17PF

FISHER PAUL A Q200 · 1990

N1828J

PIPER PA-28-140

N18PF

FISHER PAUL A RV-7A · 2009

N192S

SHORT BROTHERS PLC S312 TUCANO T MK1 · 1989

N195CA

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY B300 · 2003

N203HD

CAMERON BALLOONS US Z-77 · 2003

N2046S

CESSNA T210L

N20MW

CESSNA 421B · 1975

N222WL

AERO COMMANDER 560-F · 1962

N225BF

MARTIN DOUGLAS E RV-4 · 1991

N2347A

BEECH E33 · 1969

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Wright Brothers Aero	$5.00–$6.20/gal	Birthplace of Aviation

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet	$15–$40
Midsize Jet	$40–$80
Super-Mid Jet	$80–$125
Heavy Jet	$125–$200

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview & History

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport (KMGY) was built in the early 1950s by industrialist Charles F. Kettering to support one of the nation's first corporate flight departments. Owned and operated by the City of Dayton, it serves as the general-aviation reliever for Dayton International Airport (KDAY). The field was renamed in December 1995 to honor Wilbur and Orville Wright and Dayton's standing as the birthplace of aviation, and it is home to the Wright 'B' Flyer organization and its flyable replica aircraft.

Runway Capability

The airport's single runway, 2/20, is 5,000 by 100 feet of asphalt. This length is well suited to turboprops and light jets and handles many midsize jets with appropriate planning. Operators of super-midsize and heavy aircraft should treat 5,000 feet as a limiting factor and verify performance for their specific tail before dispatch.

Charter Considerations

KMGY is a practical, low-friction charter field for the Dayton and Miami Valley market, sitting roughly 12 miles south of downtown. For larger-cabin aircraft that exceed what the runway supports, nearby Dayton International (KDAY) provides longer pavement. The Jet Finder can match the right Part 135 aircraft to KMGY's runway and source repositioning aircraft to reduce empty-leg costs on one-way trips.

Safety & Planning

The field is non-towered; pilots self-announce on the common traffic advisory frequency and use standard CTAF procedures for traffic separation. Instrument access is via RNAV (GPS) approaches to Runways 02 and 20 and a localizer approach to Runway 20. There is no ILS and no on-field customs, so international itineraries must clear at an airport of entry such as Dayton International or Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (KCVG).

Seasonal & Operational Factors

At 957 feet MSL, density-altitude effects at KMGY remain manageable year-round, though hot, humid summer afternoons still warrant a performance check for heavier light and midsize jets. Ohio winters bring frontal passages with periodic IFR ceilings and the chance of freezing precipitation; instrument currency and de-ice planning support reliable scheduling.

Regional Context

Ohio's manufacturing base and the legacy of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base make the Dayton region historically significant to American aviation and a steady source of business-aviation demand. KMGY anchors the south Dayton suburbs, with Middletown Regional (KMWO), Warren County/John Lane Field (KI68), and Cincinnati Municipal/Lunken (KLUK) all within a short flight for alternate planning or aircraft positioning.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Moraine Airpark

KI73 · 6 NM from KMGY

Warren County Airport/John Lane Field

KI68 · 8 NM from KMGY

Middletown Regional Airport

KMWO · 9 NM from KMGY

Dahio Trotwood Airport

KI44 · 11 NM from KMGY

Frequently Asked Questions

KMGY is both the ICAO and FAA identifier for Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport. Pilots should reference this code in all flight plan filings and ATC communications involving this facility.

Located in Dayton, OH, Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport has coordinates of 39.5889° N, 84.2249° W. Airport elevation: 957 feet MSL. The field is accessible from the local road network.

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport has one runway, 2/20, measuring 5,000 feet by 100 feet with an asphalt surface. Performance planning should account for the 957-foot field elevation, particularly for jets near the runway's practical limits.

Yes. The 5,000-foot runway comfortably handles turboprops and light jets (Phenom 300, Citation CJ-series, Citation XLS) and many midsize jets with appropriate weight and weather planning. Super-midsize and heavy jets are not a routine fit at 5,000 feet and should verify runway-specific takeoff and landing performance, or consider nearby Dayton International (KDAY) for longer pavement.

Yes. First Flight Aviation is the full-service FBO on the field, offering Jet-A and 100LL fuel, line service, hangar and tie-down space, courtesy cars, and an on-site FAA Certified Repair Station. Higher Ground Helicopters also operates on the field for rotary-wing services.

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport has a field elevation of 957 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. KMGY has RNAV (GPS) approaches to both Runway 02 and Runway 20, plus a localizer approach to Runway 20. There is no ILS at this field.

Charter a private flight from Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport through The Jet Finder. The 5,000-foot runway supports turboprops, light jets, and many midsize jets; we match the right Part 135 aircraft to KMGY's runway and source operators directly, with no middleman.

The 5,000-foot runway routinely serves piston aircraft, turboprops, and light jets, and accommodates many midsize jets with proper planning. Super-midsize and heavy jets should verify performance against the runway length or use nearby Dayton International (KDAY).

No. KMGY is a non-towered airport. Pilots self-announce on the common traffic advisory frequency and use standard CTAF procedures for traffic separation and position reporting.

Both Jet-A and 100LL avgas are available at KMGY through First Flight Aviation, an AvFuel-network FBO. Jet-A can be supplied with or without Prist (FSII). Confirm current pricing with the FBO before arrival.

There is no U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility at KMGY, so international arrivals cannot clear here. Plan to clear customs at an airport of entry such as Dayton International (KDAY) or Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (KCVG). The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs coordination.

Current conditions at KMGY: check METAR/TAF on aviationweather.gov or your EFB. Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport is subject to OH's regional weather, which may include convective activity, low ceilings, or seasonal wind patterns.

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport sits about 12 miles south of downtown Dayton in Miami Township, just east of I-75. First Flight Aviation can arrange ground transportation or courtesy cars on request.

Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport offers aircraft parking for visiting and based aircraft. Tiedown and hangar rates at KMGY should be confirmed directly with the airport. Overnight parking may require advance arrangement.

Request a charter quote from KMGY through The Jet Finder. Provide departure date, destination, passenger count, and luggage requirements. We source availability from multiple Part 135 operators for competitive pricing.

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