Morristown Municipal Airport (MMU)

Morristown at a Glance

Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU/MMU) is a premier corporate reliever serving the New York metropolitan area, roughly 3 miles east of downtown Morristown and 40 miles west of Manhattan. Operated by DM AIRPORTS, LTD., it offers two asphalt runways — the primary 5/23 at 5,997 feet and crosswind 13/31 at 3,997 feet — an ILS to Runway 23, a control tower (0645–2230 local), and on-site U.S. Customs. Two full-service FBOs, Signature Aviation and Atlantic Aviation, handle business-jet traffic. A voluntary nighttime noise-abatement program is in effect.

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Morristown Municipal Airport, 50 Airport Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Morristown Municipal Airport
ICAO Code	KMMU
IATA Code	MMU
FAA Identifier	MMU
Address	50 Airport Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960
Elevation	187 ft MSL
Coordinates	40.7994° N, 74.4149° W
Owner / Operator	Town of Morristown
Phone	+1-973-538-7070
FAA Data	AirNav MMU

Operations & Facilities
Runways	05/23: 5,997 ft (Asphalt) 13/31: 3,997 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Signature Aviation / Atlantic Aviation
Customs	Yes
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Cat I, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.7
Weight Limit	Voluntary night noise-abatement curfew
Annual Operations	100,000+

Runways & Approaches

Morristown's primary runway, 5/23, measures 5,997 feet of grooved asphalt, comfortably supporting light jets through most super-midsize aircraft — Phenom 300, Citation XLS+, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280 operate routinely. The crosswind runway, 13/31 at 3,997 feet, provides alignment flexibility when winds favor it. Both runways carry high-intensity lighting.

Instrument capability is robust for a general-aviation field: Runway 23 is served by an ILS (with LOC backup), supplemented by RNAV (GPS) and RNAV (RNP) procedures to both ends. The field elevation is just 187 feet MSL, so density-altitude effects remain minimal year-round. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets (G650, Global 7500) can use MMU but should run takeoff performance for weight, temperature, and runway length before committing.

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.

Signature Aviation (MMU)

Full-service business-aviation FBO offering Jet-A fueling, hangar and ramp parking, customs coordination, ground transportation, and passenger handling for corporate and charter operators.

Atlantic Aviation (MMU)

Full-service FBO providing fueling, line service, hangar space, concierge, and passenger amenities — one of MMU's two primary business-jet handlers serving the New York metro market.

Charter a Jet from Morristown Municipal Airport

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The Jet Finder coordinates charter flights from Morristown Municipal Airport. Tell us your destination, dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KMMU's runway and facilities.

Aircraft Registered in MORRISTOWN (54)

54 aircraft are registered to owners in MORRISTOWN, NJ according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 54. Track live flights from MMU →

N104GK

PIPER PA-32R-300 · 1977

N116MV

CESSNA T206H · 2002

N123GG

CESSNA 172S · 2004

N13059

CESSNA 172M · 1973

N13468

CESSNA 177B · 1976

N13725

CESSNA 172M · 1974

N1383K

DJI AGRAS T40

N138AH

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS INC MBB-BK 117 C-2 · 2021

N142AH

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS INC MBB-BK 117 C-2 · 2021

N14KR

KULESA II RICHARD RV-14A

N150TH

CESSNA 172S · 2003

N152AM

BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON CANADA 407 · 2010

N17HH

HANDELMAN HOWARD E VANS RV-7A

N18MV

DASSAULT AVIATION FALCON 7X · 2009

N18WQ

DASSAULT FALCON 2000EX · 2006

N19VV

DASSAULT AVIATION FALCON 7X · 2023

N216SC

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 525B · 2025

N246TL

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR20 · 2022

N2869G

CHAMPION 7ECA · 1967

N323RX

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND EC135 P3 · 2017

Popular Routes from MMU

Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Signature Aviation MMU	$6.50–$8.50/gal	NJ corporate
Atlantic Aviation MMU	$6.50–$8.50/gal	NYC alt

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet	$25–$100
Midsize Jet	$50–$200
Super-Mid Jet	$100–$400
Heavy Jet	$200–$600

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU/MMU) is one of the busiest corporate-aviation airports in the New York metropolitan area. Sited about 3 miles east of downtown Morristown and 40 miles west of Manhattan, it is operated under long-term agreement by DM AIRPORTS, LTD. A major expansion lengthened the main runway to nearly 6,000 feet and added a modern control tower and ILS, transforming MMU into a true business-jet gateway for northern New Jersey and the broader tri-state region.

Runway Capability

The airport's primary Runway 5/23 spans 5,997 feet of grooved asphalt, with the crosswind 13/31 at 3,997 feet. Runway 23 is served by an ILS plus RNAV (GPS/RNP) approaches, and the tower operates from 0645 to 2230 local. At 187 feet MSL, density altitude is rarely a limiting factor. The field handles light through super-midsize jets routinely; larger-cabin aircraft are accommodated with appropriate performance planning.

FBO & Ground Services

Two competing full-service FBOs operate at MMU — Signature Aviation and Atlantic Aviation. Both provide Jet-A fueling, hangar and ramp parking, line service, concierge, and ground-transportation coordination. Having two FBOs gives flight departments options on pricing and availability, valuable at a field with this volume of corporate traffic.

Charter Considerations

MMU is a frequent base and destination for charter into the New York metro, with strong jet positioning from its sizable based fleet — including Falcon 7X, Falcon 2000, and Citation aircraft registered locally. Because the field is well-served by based aircraft, repositioning costs are often lower than at thinner GA airports. The Jet Finder sources FAA Part 135 operators matched to MMU's runway and your route.

Customs & International Operations

Morristown offers on-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection, available weekdays 0800–1600, with after-hours and weekend clearance by appointment. This makes MMU a practical port of entry for international business-jet arrivals into the New York area without routing through Newark or Teterboro.

Noise & Operational Factors

MMU operates a voluntary noise-abatement program with a recommended overnight curfew on closed-traffic operations (roughly 2200–0830 local) and restricted hours for engine run-ups. Operators are asked to comply whenever practical. Note that as a busy reliever in the New York Class B and TRACON environment, MMU is subject to flow management and complex airspace coordination during peak periods.

Regional Context

MMU is one of several relievers serving the New York metro, alongside Teterboro and nearby Essex County (KCDW, ~8 NM). For travelers headed to western and central New Jersey or the Morris County corporate corridor, Morristown often beats Teterboro on ground time. Newark Liberty (KEWR) lies about 13 NM southeast for those needing a commercial hub.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Morristown Municipal Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Essex County Airport

KCDW · 8 NM from KMMU

Lincoln Park Airport

none · 10 NM from KMMU

Linden Airport

KLDJ · 13 NM from KMMU

Newark Liberty International Airport

KEWR · 13 NM from KMMU

Frequently Asked Questions

The airport code for Morristown Municipal Airport is KMMU. This identifier appears on sectional charts, in the Airport/Facility Directory, and in electronic flight planning tools.

Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU) sits at 40.7994° N, 74.4149° W, near Morristown, NJ. At 187 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Morristown Municipal Airport has two asphalt runways. The primary runway, 5/23, is 5,997 feet long; the crosswind runway, 13/31, is 3,997 feet. The longer runway supports light through super-midsize business jets, with larger aircraft requiring performance planning for the 187-foot field elevation.

Yes. MMU is one of the busiest corporate-jet airports in the New York metro area. The 5,997-foot main runway (5/23) accommodates light jets through most super-midsize aircraft such as the Citation XLS+, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets can operate with appropriate weight and temperature performance checks.

Yes. MMU has two full-service FBOs: Signature Aviation and Atlantic Aviation. Both offer Jet-A fueling, hangar and ramp parking, line service, concierge, customs coordination, and ground transportation for business and charter aircraft.

Morristown Municipal Airport has a field elevation of 187 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. Runway 23 is served by an ILS (with localizer backup), supplemented by RNAV (GPS) and RNAV (RNP) approaches to both runway ends. Combined with a control tower operating 0645–2230 local, MMU offers solid all-weather access for business aviation.

Contact The Jet Finder for charter availability from Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU). Provide your destination, travel dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KMMU's runway and facilities.

The 5,997-foot main runway supports a wide range of aircraft: piston singles, turboprops (King Air, PC-12), light jets (Phenom 300, Citation CJ series), and most midsize and super-midsize jets (Citation XLS+, Challenger 350, Gulfstream G280). Heavy jets can operate with runway-length and weight performance verification.

Yes. MMU has a control tower operating from approximately 0645 to 2230 local time. Outside tower hours the airport reverts to non-towered procedures. The airport sits within the New York Class B and TRACON environment, so coordination with approach control is required.

Fuel types and pricing at Morristown Municipal Airport are subject to change. Contact the airport or its FBO for current Jet-A and 100LL availability. AirNav lists recent fuel prices reported by pilots.

Yes. MMU has an on-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility, available weekdays 0800–1600 and after-hours or weekends by appointment. This allows international business-jet arrivals to clear customs at Morristown without diverting to a larger commercial airport.

Current conditions at KMMU: check METAR/TAF on aviationweather.gov or your EFB. Morristown Municipal Airport is subject to NJ's regional weather, which may include convective activity, low ceilings, or seasonal wind patterns.

Morristown Municipal Airport is about 3 miles east of downtown Morristown — a short drive of roughly 10 minutes. Manhattan is about 40 miles east. FBO-arranged car service and rideshare connect passengers to Morristown and the wider New York metro. The Jet Finder can coordinate ground transportation.

Aircraft parking at Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU) typically includes tiedown space and may include hangar availability. Rates vary by facility. Contact the FBO or airport manager for current parking options.

To price a charter flight from Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU), contact The Jet Finder with your route, dates, and number of passengers. We provide all-inclusive quotes with no hidden fees. Direct operator access.

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