Des Moines International charts & airport diagram
Des Moines International (DSM · KDSM) in Des Moines, IA publishes 16 FAA charts, including 10 instrument approaches (ILS, RNAV (GPS), VOR). Every one links straight to the current FAA PDF. · Open on the map
All of Des Moines International — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherLowest minimums here: ILS with vertical guidance · Every chart below links straight to the current FAA PDF.
What KDSM publishes
Airport diagram
The FAA airport diagram for Des Moines International — runways, taxiways, ramps and hold short lines. Shown in the browser above; the FAA PDF ↗ is the authoritative copy.
Instrument approaches at KDSM
Des Moines International has 10 published instrument approaches of 3 types (ILS, RNAV (GPS) and VOR). 9 of them offer vertical guidance; ILS gives the lowest minimums.
Hot spots at KDSM
The FAA publishes 3 hot spots here but no shapes, so they are not drawn on the map. Brief the descriptions against the airport diagram.
- HS 1 Complex int area. Turns quickly lead to crossing Rwy 05–23 at Twy D.
- HS 2 Complex int area. Turns quickly lead to crossing Rwy 13–31 at Twy P.
- HS 3 Runway Incursion Risk. Rwy 05 and Twy P7. Runway Holding Position Markings not visible from tower.
Locations on the airport surface with a history of confusion or runway incursions — brief them against the diagram before taxi. Source: FAA Chart Supplement, reproduced verbatim on the 56-day cycle; the numbers match the circled HS markers on the diagram.
Takeoff, alternate and surface information
- Takeoff minimums are published for KDSM. Standard is 1 statute mile visibility for one and two engine aircraft (½ mile for more than two) unless this section says otherwise; Part 91 operators are not bound by them but the obstacle notes apply to everyone.
- Non standard alternate minimums are published: if you file KDSM as an IFR alternate, the required forecast is higher than the default 600-2 for precision or 800-2 for non precision approaches. Check the alternate rule tool.
All 16 charts, as a list every plate with its direct FAA link
Airport documents 3
- APD Airport diagram ↗
- A/FD Chart Supplement ↗
- HOT HOT SPOT ↗
Approaches 10
- ILS ILS OR LOC RWY 05 ↗ Rwy 05
- ILS ILS OR LOC RWY 13 ↗ Rwy 13
- ILS ILS OR LOC RWY 31 ↗ Rwy 31
- ILS ILS RWY 31 (SA CAT I) ↗ Rwy 31 · SA CAT I
- ILS ILS RWY 31 (CAT II - III) ↗ Rwy 31 · CAT II/III
- VOR VOR RWY 23 ↗ Rwy 23
Departures 1
- SID DES MOINES TWO ↗
Minimums 2
Frequently asked
Where can I get the KDSM airport diagram?
The FAA publishes the Des Moines International airport diagram as part of the d-TPP (Digital Terminal Procedures Publication), reissued every 28 days. The current one is linked on this page, along with a full-page preview.
Does KDSM have an instrument approach?
Yes. Des Moines International has 10 published instrument approaches: ILS, RNAV (GPS), VOR. At least one offers vertical guidance.
Are there hot spots at KDSM?
Yes. The FAA publishes 3 hot spots at Des Moines International — locations on the airport surface with a history of confusion or runway incursions. Each one's Chart Supplement description is on this page, numbered the way the airport diagram marks it.
What is the lowest approach at KDSM?
ILS to runway 05 is the approach type with the lowest published minimums at Des Moines International. It has vertical guidance, so it is flown to a decision altitude rather than a minimum descent altitude. Actual minimums vary by aircraft category and are on the plate.
Does KDSM have SIDs and STARs?
Des Moines International publishes 1 departure procedure (SID) and no STARs. The list is on this page, linked to the current FAA plate.
More about KDSM
Charts are the FAA d-TPP (d-TPP cycle 2609 (2026, cycle 9)) and Chart Supplement, reissued on the 28-day chart cycle and linked directly from the FAA. For planning and education only; always fly the current chart.
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