Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport — Detroit, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereColeman A. Young Municipal Airport in Detroit uses the IATA code DET, with KDET as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from DET
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport, using the code DET, sits within the city of Detroit, Michigan, and is named for the city's first Black mayor. It functions primarily as a general aviation and corporate airport rather than a hub for scheduled airline service, handling business jets, charter flights, flight training, and some cargo operations. DET is distinct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), the region's major commercial gateway, and instead serves travelers and companies who value proximity to downtown Detroit. The airport has faced periodic debate over its future use and funding given relatively low traffic volumes, but it remains an active facility supporting the city's aviation needs on a smaller scale.
Runways at Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 5092 ft (1552 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 126.85 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.875 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.85 MHz |
| RDO | LANSING RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.3 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
- Windsor International Airport (YQG) — 15.5 km (9.6 mi)
- Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport (MTC) — 26.8 km (16.7 mi)
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) — 35.7 km (22.2 mi)
- Oakland County International Airport (PTK) — 44.1 km (27.4 mi)
- Willow Run Airport (YIP) — 46.8 km (29.1 mi)
- Bishop International Airport (FNT) — 86.4 km (53.7 mi)
- Chris Hadfield Airport (YZR) — 87.1 km (54.1 mi)
- Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport (TOL) — 112.7 km (70.0 mi)
DET is often confused with DTW, Detroit's main international airport; DET actually refers to the smaller Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport used mainly for general aviation, not commercial flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport?
The IATA code for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is DET.
What is the ICAO code for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is KDET. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.