Rosecrans Memorial Airport — St Joseph, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereRosecrans Memorial Airport in St Joseph uses the IATA code STJ, with KSTJ as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from STJ
Rosecrans Memorial Airport
Rosecrans Memorial Airport, identified by the code STJ, is located in St. Joseph, Missouri, and serves as a joint-use facility supporting both civilian aviation and the Missouri Air National Guard. The airport is named in honor of Vernon Rosecrans, a local aviator, and has a history intertwined with military aviation dating back to World War II. STJ accommodates general aviation, cargo operations, and occasional commercial service, while also hosting Air National Guard units. St. Joseph itself holds historical significance as a starting point for the Pony Express. The airport's dual civil-military role reflects a common arrangement found at many regional American airports.
Runways at Rosecrans Memorial Airport (STJ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 4797 ft (1462 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | PEM |
| 17/35 | 8061 ft (2457 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Rosecrans Memorial Airport (STJ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ST JOSEPH APP/DEP | 120.35 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.05 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.9 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| POST | ANG COMD POST | 34.94 MHz |
| TWR | ST JOSEPH TWR | 126.9 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Rosecrans Memorial Airport (STJ)
- Kansas City International Airport (MCI) — 54.9 km (34.1 mi)
- Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) — 77.1 km (47.9 mi)
- Philip Billard Municipal Airport (TOP) — 99.2 km (61.6 mi)
- Topeka Regional Airport (FOE) — 112.0 km (69.6 mi)
- Whiteman Air Force Base (SZL) — 164.8 km (102.4 mi)
- Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) — 166.7 km (103.6 mi)
- Offutt Air Force Base (OFF) — 172.0 km (106.9 mi)
- Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) — 178.2 km (110.7 mi)
STJ is Rosecrans Memorial Airport in St. Joseph, Missouri, a joint civil and Air National Guard facility with roots in World War II era aviation history.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Rosecrans Memorial Airport?
The IATA code for Rosecrans Memorial Airport is STJ.
What is the ICAO code for Rosecrans Memorial Airport?
The ICAO code for Rosecrans Memorial Airport is KSTJ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.