Danville Regional Airport — Danville, United States
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Distance & flight time from DAN
Danville Regional Airport
DAN denotes Danville Regional Airport, serving Danville, Virginia, a city along the Dan River near the North Carolina border in the state's south-central Piedmont region. Once home to more robust scheduled airline service, the airport today functions mainly as a general aviation and charter facility, supporting local businesses, medical flights, and corporate travel rather than regular commercial airline routes. Danville's economic history is tied to tobacco and textile manufacturing, industries that historically shaped demand for air travel in the area. DAN's runway and modest terminal continue to serve the surrounding Dan River region, offering a convenient alternative to driving to larger airports in Richmond or Greensboro.
Runways at Danville Regional Airport (DAN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 5900 ft (1798 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 13/31 | 3910 ft (1192 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Danville Regional Airport (DAN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 128.125 MHz |
| CNTR | WASHINGTON CNTR | 124.05 MHz |
| RDO | LEESBURG RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.05 MHz |
Airports near Danville Regional Airport (DAN)
- Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) — 75.3 km (46.8 mi)
- Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field (LYH) — 84.7 km (52.6 mi)
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) — 91.6 km (56.9 mi)
- Smith Reynolds Airport (INT) — 93.2 km (57.9 mi)
- Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) — 101.1 km (62.8 mi)
- Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport (RWI) — 152.1 km (94.5 mi)
- Pope Field (POB) — 158.6 km (98.5 mi)
- Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) — 164.2 km (102.0 mi)
DAN is searched by travelers and pilots confirming Danville, Virginia's airport code, distinct from the unrelated word 'Dan.' DAN no longer offers the regular scheduled airline flights it once had, so most passengers now connect through larger regional hubs.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Danville Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Danville Regional Airport is DAN.
What is the ICAO code for Danville Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Danville Regional Airport is KDAN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.