
International hub · Milwaukee, United States
Milwaukee Mitchell International
- Elevation
- 723 ft
- Coordinates
- 42°57′N 87°54′W
- Local time
- America/Chicago
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Field information
KMKE runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Milwaukee Mitchell International (KMKE/MKE) has 5 runways; the longest, 01L/19R, is 9,990 ft (3,045 m) of asphalt/concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as ARFF index C. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at KMKE, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Chicago
Country
United States
US
Municipality
Milwaukee
Elevation
723 ft
Position
42.9472, -87.8966
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
ARFF index C
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · KMKE
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01L/19R | 9,990 ft (3,045 m) | 200 ft | asphalt/concrete | Lighted |
| 07R/25L | 8,300 ft (2,530 m) | 150 ft | asphalt/concrete | Lighted |
| 13/31 | 5,537 ft (1,688 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 07L/25R | 4,797 ft (1,462 m) | 100 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 01R/19L | 4,182 ft (1,275 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at KMKE.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Milwaukee Mitchell International (KMKE / MKE) in Milwaukee, United States of America, through one 24/7 OCC desk. KMKE is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at KMKE
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – United States of America
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United States of America. Applicable permit lead times for United States of America are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United States of America are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at KMKE
Direct FBO and handler coordination at KMKE covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at KMKE
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at KMKE is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to KMKE
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for KMKE: 42° 56′ 50″ N 87° 53′ 48″ W; elevation 723 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Milwaukee
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Milwaukee. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at KMKE.
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Cargo Operations at KMKE
Support for freighter operations into KMKE covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where KMKE sits in the network
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Operating into KMKE?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Milwaukee Mitchell International — one desk for the whole trip.