Detroit Lakes/Wething Field charts & airport diagram
Detroit Lakes/Wething Field (DTL · KDTL) in Detroit Lakes, MN publishes 6 FAA charts, including 3 instrument approaches (RNAV (GPS), VOR). Every one links straight to the current FAA PDF. · Open on the map
All of Detroit Lakes/Wething Field — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherLowest minimums here: RNAV (GPS) with vertical guidance · Every chart below links straight to the current FAA PDF.
What KDTL publishes
Instrument approaches at KDTL
Detroit Lakes/Wething Field has 3 published instrument approaches of 2 types (RNAV (GPS) and VOR). 2 of them offer vertical guidance; RNAV (GPS) gives the lowest minimums.
No published approach to runway 18 and 36: landing on those ends in instrument conditions means a circling approach or a visual after breaking out.
Takeoff, alternate and surface information
- Takeoff minimums are published for KDTL. 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 KDTL 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 6 charts, as a list every plate with its direct FAA link
Frequently asked
Does KDTL have an instrument approach?
Yes. Detroit Lakes/Wething Field has 3 published instrument approaches: RNAV (GPS), VOR. At least one offers vertical guidance.
What is the lowest approach at KDTL?
RNAV (GPS) to runway 14 is the approach type with the lowest published minimums at Detroit Lakes/Wething Field. 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.
More about KDTL
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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