Massena International Airport Richards Field — Massena, United States
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Distance & flight time from MSS
Massena International Airport Richards Field
MSS designates Massena International Airport, also known as Richards Field, in Massena, New York, near the Canadian border and the St. Lawrence Seaway. This small regional airport primarily supports general aviation, charter flights, and limited commercial service linking the North Country region to larger hubs. Historically tied to the area's aluminum and hydroelectric industries, MSS has served as a convenient access point for business travel connected to the seaway shipping industry and nearby Akwesasne Mohawk territory. Subsidized Essential Air Service flights have helped keep commercial air access alive for this otherwise remote corner of upstate New York.
Runways at Massena International Airport Richards Field (MSS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 5601 ft (1707 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 09/27 | 4000 ft (1219 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Massena International Airport Richards Field (MSS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BOSTON APP/DEP | 135.25 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 128.075 MHz |
| RDO | BURLINGTON RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123 MHz |
Airports near Massena International Airport Richards Field (MSS)
- Cornwall Regional Airport (YCC) — 27.8 km (17.3 mi)
- Ogdensburg International Airport (OGS) — 56.6 km (35.2 mi)
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) — 77.7 km (48.3 mi)
- Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) — 79.3 km (49.3 mi)
- Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO) — 85.6 km (53.2 mi)
- Ottawa / Gatineau Airport (YND) — 86.1 km (53.5 mi)
- Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport (YSH) — 86.3 km (53.6 mi)
- Montreal Mirabel International Airport (YMX) — 103.9 km (64.6 mi)
MSS is Massena International Airport (Richards Field) in upstate New York near the Canadian border. Searches usually relate to Essential Air Service flights, general aviation access, or Massena travel info.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Massena International Airport Richards Field?
The IATA code for Massena International Airport Richards Field is MSS.
What is the ICAO code for Massena International Airport Richards Field?
The ICAO code for Massena International Airport Richards Field is KMSS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.