Michigan City Municipal Airport — Michigan City, United States
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Distance & flight time from MGC
Michigan City Municipal Airport
Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC) is a small general aviation facility serving Michigan City, Indiana, on the southern shore of Lake Michigan. The airport primarily supports private pilots, flight training, and corporate aircraft rather than scheduled commercial airline service, which is typical for municipal airports of its size in the region. Its proximity to the Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline makes it a convenient access point for recreational visitors flying in for tourism or boating activities in the area. MGC also serves as a diversion or backup option relative to the larger Chicago-area airports, and it hosts local aviation clubs and occasional fly-in events that connect the airport to the broader Michigan City community.
Runways at Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 4099 ft (1249 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SOUTH BEND APP/DEP | 118.55 MHz |
| CLD | SOUTH BEND CLNC DEL | 134.8 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.7 MHz |
Airports near Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC)
- Porter County Municipal Airport (VPZ) — 31.7 km (19.7 mi)
- South Bend International Airport (SBN) — 41.9 km (26.0 mi)
- Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY) — 50.1 km (31.1 mi)
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) — 77.8 km (48.3 mi)
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) — 94.8 km (58.9 mi)
- Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) — 100.4 km (62.4 mi)
- Greater Kankakee Airport (IKK) — 110.7 km (68.8 mi)
- Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) — 120.5 km (74.9 mi)
MGC refers to Michigan City Municipal Airport in Indiana; searches typically seek general aviation services, fuel availability, or confirmation this is not a commercial airline airport.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Michigan City Municipal Airport?
The IATA code for Michigan City Municipal Airport is MGC.
What is the ICAO code for Michigan City Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Michigan City Municipal Airport is KMGC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.