Des Moines International runways
Des Moines International (DSM · KDSM) in Des Moines, IA has 2 runways, the longest 05/23 at 9,004 ft (concrete). Dimensions, headings, lighting, and instrument approaches for each below. · Open on the map
All of Des Moines International — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherRunway 05/23
9,004 ft × 150 ft · Concrete (Excellent)Edge lights: High.
05
- Heading
- 053° mag · 54° true
- Threshold elev
- 916 ft
- Markings
- precision
- VGSI
- 4-light PAPI (left) (3°)
- Approach lights
- MALSR
- Instrument landing
- ILS/DME · CAT I · LOC 111.5 (DWW) · GS 3.00°
- Traffic pattern
- Left
23
- Heading
- 233° mag · 234° true
- Threshold elev
- 937 ft
- Markings
- nonprecision
- VGSI
- 4-light PAPI (left) (3°)
- Traffic pattern
- Left
Runway 13/31
9,001 ft × 150 ft · Concrete (Excellent)Edge lights: High.
13
- Heading
- 131° mag · 132° true
- Threshold elev
- 913 ft
- Markings
- precision
- VGSI
- 4-light PAPI (right) (3°)
- Approach lights
- MALSR
- Instrument landing
- ILS/DME · CAT I · LOC 111.9 (VGU) · GS 3.00°
- Traffic pattern
- Left
31
- Heading
- 311° mag · 312° true
- Threshold elev
- 958 ft
- Markings
- precision
- VGSI
- 4-light PAPI (left) (3°)
- Approach lights
- ALSF2
- Instrument landing
- ILS/DME · CAT III · LOC 110.3 (DSM) · GS 3.00°
- Traffic pattern
- Right
Frequently asked
What is the longest runway at KDSM?
Des Moines International has 2 runways; the longest is runway 05/23 at 9,004 ft.
What surface are KDSM's runways?
Des Moines International's runways are concrete.
More about KDSM
Runway data from the FAA NASR (28-day cycle). For planning and education only; always verify against official sources.
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