Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)

Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National at a Glance

Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (KICT/ICT) is a full-service commercial and general-aviation airport about 5 miles southwest of downtown Wichita, Kansas. It operates three concrete runways, the longest 10,301 feet, and is fully equipped for heavy and ultra-long-range business jets. The field is towered, available 24/7, and is a U.S. Customs port of entry (port 4504) with on-airport CBP clearance. Two business-aviation FBOs serve the field: Yingling Aviation and Signature Flight Support. Wichita is the historic manufacturing home of Cessna, Beechcraft, and Learjet.

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Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, 2173 Air Capitol Place, Wichita, KS 67209

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport
ICAO Code	KICT
IATA Code	ICT
FAA Identifier	ICT
Address	2173 Air Capitol Place, Wichita, KS 67209
Elevation	1,333 ft MSL
Coordinates	37.6499° N, 97.4331° W
Owner / Operator	Wichita Airport Authority
Phone	+1-316-946-4700
FAA Data	AirNav ICT

Operations & Facilities
Runways	1L/19R: 10,301 ft (Concrete) 1R/19L: 7,302 ft (Concrete) 14/32: 6,301 ft (Concrete)
FBOs	Yingling Aviation, Signature Flight Support
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.2
Weight Limit	None; CBP ramp limited to Group III
Annual Operations	100,000+

Runways & Approaches

Wichita Eisenhower fields three concrete runways. The primary, 1L/19R, runs 10,301 feet, with the parallel 1R/19L at 7,301 feet and crosswind runway 14/32 at 6,301 feet. The long primary runway comfortably handles the full spectrum of business aircraft, from light jets through heavy and ultra-long-range types such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500, with ample margin for hot-day, high-gross-weight departures at the 1,333-foot field elevation.

Approaches include precision ILS service to the primary runways plus RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures, supporting reliable arrivals in low-visibility conditions. The airport is towered and the three-runway layout provides excellent wind coverage, so crosswinds rarely restrict operations despite Kansas's gusty conditions.

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.

Yingling Aviation

Long-established independent FBO and FAA/EASA-approved MRO on Runway 1R/19L, with large-cabin ramp space, Jet-A, hangars, and authorized service for Cessna, Beechcraft, Garmin, and Honeywell. Consistently among the lowest jet-fuel prices in the U.S.

Signature Flight Support

Full-service FBO offering Jet-A fueling, hangar and ramp parking, ground handling, and concierge services for private and corporate traffic at ICT.

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Aircraft Registered in WICHITA (1276)

1276 aircraft are registered to owners in WICHITA, KS according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 1276. Track live flights from ICT →

N1015Z

WOLF HIRTH LO-150 · 1959

N101CM

BEECH A24R · 1973

N101CS

CESSNA AIRCRAFT CO J182T · 2013

N101WL

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S

N1023G

HILLER UH-12B · 1953

N1027P

CESSNA 680 · 2004

N10352

SCHWEIZER SGU 2-22C · 1960

N103CS

CESSNA AIRCRAFT CO J182T · 2014

N103EL

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S

N1040T

BEECH 95-A55 · 1962

N1044D

CESSNA 190 · 1951

N1069X

PIPER PA-32-300 · 1975

N1070D

HANSEN DAVID B FISHER CLASSIC · 2004

N1074G

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY B200 · 1996

N107AE

BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON CANADA 407

N108A

SCHEMPP-HIRTH STANDARD CIRRUS · 1971

N1095W

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY C90A · 1996

N10AU

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 525C · 2026

N10DK

PIPER PA 46-350P · 1999

N10LA

SCHEMPP-HIRTH STANDARD CIRRUS · 1972

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Yingling Aviation	$4.40 – $5.60/gal	Among cheapest in the US
Signature Flight Support	$4.80 – $6.00/gal

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$10 – $25
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$25 – $75
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$75 – $125
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$125 – $200

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Overview & History

Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (KICT/ICT) is the primary airport for south-central Kansas, roughly 5 miles southwest of downtown Wichita. The city is known as the Air Capital of the World, home to Cessna (Textron Aviation), Beechcraft, and the legacy of Learjet. The airport serves scheduled airlines alongside a deep general-aviation and manufacturing flight-test base, making it one of the busiest GA-heavy fields in the region.

Runway Capability

Three concrete runways anchor the field: 1L/19R at 10,301 feet, 1R/19L at 7,301 feet, and 14/32 at 6,301 feet. The 10,301-foot primary runway accommodates every category of business jet, including heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft at full payload. At 1,333 feet MSL, density-altitude penalties stay modest even on hot summer days.

Charter Considerations

ICT is fully jet-capable with no weight, slot, or curfew restrictions and 24/7 operations. Two competing FBOs, Yingling Aviation and Signature Flight Support, provide fueling, hangars, and ground handling. Yingling is frequently among the cheapest Jet-A sources in the country, which can meaningfully lower trip cost. The Jet Finder sources Part 135 aircraft positioned near Wichita for on-demand charter.

International Arrivals & Customs

Unlike many regional airports, KICT is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection port of entry (port code 4504), so international flights can clear on-airport rather than diverting. All arriving aircraft clear at the CBP facility off taxiway A1, which is limited to FAA design Group III aircraft and below. Coordinate CBP timing in advance through your FBO.

Safety & Planning

Precision ILS approaches serve the primary runways, backed by RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures, supporting reliable IFR arrivals. The towered, three-runway layout gives strong crosswind coverage. Part 135 charter flights operate IFR for ATC separation and structured routing regardless of weather.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

Central Kansas brings hot summers, cold winters, and an active spring tornado season (April-June) with strong, gusty crosswinds and afternoon convective activity. Morning departures typically encounter smoother, clearer conditions. Winter frontal passages can drop ceilings to IFR minimums and may require de-icing, which adds time and cost to departures.

Regional Context

Kansas is the birthplace of general aviation, and Wichita remains its manufacturing heart. ICT sits within minutes of McConnell Air Force Base (IAB) and Cessna Aircraft Field (CEA), with the broader region offering ample alternate and repositioning options for charter planning.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Westport Airport

K71K · 2 NM from KICT

Riverside Airport

KK32 · 7 NM from KICT

McConnell Air Force Base

KIAB · 8 NM from KICT

Cessna Aircraft Field

KCEA · 9 NM from KICT

Frequently Asked Questions

The ICAO identifier for Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport is KICT. The FAA designator is also KICT. Use this code when filing flight plans and referencing the airport in official communications.

Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (KICT) sits at 37.6499° N, 97.4331° W, near Wichita, KS. At 1,333 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

The airport has three concrete runways. The primary, 1L/19R, is 10,301 feet long. The parallel 1R/19L is 7,301 feet and crosswind runway 14/32 is 6,301 feet. The 10,301-foot primary handles the full range of business jets.

Yes. KICT's 10,301-foot primary runway accommodates every class of business jet, from light jets through heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Global 7500, at full payload under standard conditions.

Yes. Two business-aviation FBOs serve ICT: Yingling Aviation, an independent FBO and MRO often among the cheapest Jet-A sources in the U.S., and Signature Flight Support. Both offer fueling, hangar and ramp parking, and ground handling.

1,333 feet MSL. Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport's elevation is a consideration for performance planning. Standard atmospheric deviations can push density altitude higher than field elevation on warm days.

Yes. KICT offers precision ILS approaches to its primary runways, along with RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures, supporting reliable arrivals in low-visibility conditions.

To arrange a charter from KICT, reach The Jet Finder at thejetfinder.com/contact.html. Share your routing, dates, and party size. We coordinate everything from aircraft selection to ground transportation.

ICT handles everything from piston singles and turboprops to light, midsize, super-midsize, and heavy jets. The 10,301-foot primary runway supports ultra-long-range aircraft at full gross weight.

Yes. KICT is a towered airport operating 24/7, with the tower on 118.2. It serves scheduled airline, corporate, and general-aviation traffic.

For fuel at KICT, contact the on-field FBO or check airnav.com/airport/KICT. Jet-A and 100LL availability depends on the facility. Self-serve and full-serve options may vary.

Yes. KICT is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection port of entry (port code 4504) with on-airport clearance. Arriving aircraft clear at the CBP facility off taxiway A1, limited to FAA design Group III aircraft and below. Coordinate CBP timing through your FBO in advance.

Weather at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport varies seasonally. For current METAR and TAF reports, check aviationweather.gov using identifier KICT. KS weather patterns can include seasonal precipitation, fog, and convective activity.

The airport is about 5 miles southwest of downtown Wichita, roughly a 10-minute drive. The Jet Finder can arrange ground transportation to coincide with your arrival.

Transient aircraft parking at KICT is available through the on-field operator. Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport typically provides tiedown space on the ramp. Hangar availability and rates vary — inquire before arrival.

To price a charter flight from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (KICT), 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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