Municipal Airport (K51)
The Medicine Lodge Municipal Airport is a public-use airport owned and operated by the City of Medicine Lodge. Located in the scenic Gypsum Hills of south-central Kansas, the airport serves general aviation and provides an important transportation resource for Barber County and the surrounding region.
The airport is located approximately three miles southeast of downtown Medicine Lodge along U.S. Highway 160.
Airport Overview
Medicine Lodge Municipal Airport features a combination of asphalt and turf runways and supports a variety of general aviation activity, including private aircraft, agricultural operations, and regional travel.Over the years, the City has completed multiple improvements to enhance safety and usability, including runway rehabilitation, lighting upgrades, and the installation of an automated weather observation system.
Runways
The airport includes the following runways:
Runway 16/34
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Asphalt surface
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3,200' x 42'
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Low-intensity runway lighting
Runway 13/31
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Turf surface
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1,690' x 80'
Airport Facilities & Services
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Public-use general aviation airport
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Tiedown parking available
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Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS III)
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Lighted runway and beacon system
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No fuel or maintenance services available on site
Airport Communications
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CTAF: 122.9
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AWOS III: 119.625
Location
Medicine Lodge Municipal Airport (K51)Approximately 3 miles southeast of Medicine Lodge, KansasLocated along U.S. Highway 160
Elevation: approximately 1,549 ft
Ownership & Membership
The airport is publicly owned by the City of Medicine Lodge and managed through City operations.
City of Medicine Lodge
114 W. First Avenue
Medicine Lodge, KS 67104
Phone: (620) 886-3908
FAA & Technical Information
Additional FAA aeronautical and technical data is available through official aviation resources for pilots requiring detailed operational planning.