James M Cox Dayton International (KDAY), Ohio
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
James M Cox Dayton International Airport (KDAY) sits in Dayton, Ohio, roughly 50 nautical miles from the metro area it serves, at a field elevation of 1,009 feet. The airport is towered, staffed around the clock every day, and supports business aviation alongside scheduled airline service, with three paved runways capable of handling a wide range of aircraft types, from the 7,285-foot Runway 06R/24L up to the 10,901-foot Runway 06L/24R. CBP inspection services are available onsite, backed by a USDA compliance agreement, supporting international operations without diversion to another port of entry.
Runways
James M Cox Dayton International has three paved runways. The longest, 06L/24R, is 10,901 ft long and 150 ft wide, with an asphalt and concrete surface.
Runway geometry from published threshold coordinates. Not for navigation.
Runways are listed longest first.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
James M Cox Dayton International has Jet A and 100 available on the field. Fueling is available 24 hours a day, every day, and the airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
James M Cox Dayton International has US Customs and Border Protection clearance available onsite, with general clearance for international arrivals. A USDA compliance agreement is in place.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
James M Cox Dayton International recorded 7,600 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in October and December. Business aviation traffic at James M Cox Dayton International Airport builds through the year, with the highest monthly volumes recorded in October and December according to 2025 FAA TFMSC data.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month December, 713 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
James M Cox Dayton International averages 6.1 days above 90°F in July, 25.9 freeze days in January and 2.6 snow days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 85.9°F, and January the coldest, at 37.1°F.
Weather station is on the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
James M Cox Dayton International has published operating constraints in five categories: access, runway notes, environmental, pavement strength and other notes.
Taxiway M north of Runway 06L/24R and Taxiway W is closed to ACR aircraft; all other aircraft require prior permission, available 24 hours.
The northeast 1,400 feet of the runway is concrete; the southwest 9,501 feet is asphalt.
Engine runups are prohibited on the Runway 24L hold pad.
Taxiway Z, Taxiway T, and Taxiway S between Runway 06L/24R and Taxiway W are closed indefinitely.
Edge lights on Taxiway M north of Runway 06L/24R and Taxiway W are non-standard.
Edge lights on the SNC ramp north of Runway 06L/24R are non-standard.
The apron hold pad for Runway 06L is closed daily from 2200 to 0600.
Deer, coyotes, birds, and waterfowl are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.
PCR value: 608/R/C/W/T.
PCR value: 500/F/C/X/T.
Taxiway C between Taxiway N and Taxiway Z is not available for Group IV and larger aircraft. Taxiways K, H, J, and L are also not available for Group IV and larger aircraft.
Sign lights on Taxiway W are out of service.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
James M Cox Dayton International has five airfields within 18 NM. The closest is Dayton / Phillipsburg, 8.36 NM west.
Part of the Cincinnati area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
Skystar at KDAY
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest runway at KDAY?
KDAY, James M Cox Dayton International Airport, has three paved runways available for operations. Runway 06L/24R is the longest at 10,901 feet, with a width of 150 feet and an asphalt-concrete surface. Runway 18/36 measures 8,502 feet, also 150 feet wide, with an asphalt surface. Runway 06R/24L is the shortest of the three at 7,285 feet, 150 feet wide, and constructed of concrete. All three runways support large business aircraft and airline-category equipment.
Does Dayton International Airport have customs available onsite?
James M Cox Dayton International Airport has CBP inspection services available onsite. A USDA compliance agreement is also in place at the airport. This combination supports international arrivals without requiring a diversion to another customs facility. Dispatchers planning international legs into KDAY can coordinate directly with onsite CBP for inspection. The airport is towered and operates with attendance around the clock, every day of the year.
Are there taxiway restrictions for larger aircraft at KDAY?
Yes, KDAY has specific taxiway restrictions affecting Group IV and larger aircraft. Taxiway C between Taxiway N and Taxiway Z is not available for Group IV and greater aircraft. Taxiways K, H, J, and L are also restricted from use by Group IV and larger aircraft. Additionally, Taxiway M north of Runway 06L/24R and Taxiway W is closed to ACR aircraft, while all other aircraft require prior permission around the clock. Dispatchers routing larger aircraft into Dayton should account for these limitations when planning ground movement.
Is there notable seasonal traffic variation at Dayton International Airport?
James M Cox Dayton International Airport shows business aviation traffic concentrated toward the later months of the year based on 2025 FAA TFMSC data. December recorded 713 business aviation operations, the highest monthly total, followed by October at 699. The lowest months were February at 538 operations and January at 586. This pattern reflects a moderate seasonal build through the year rather than a sharp single-month peak. Dispatchers scheduling flights into KDAY during the fourth quarter should anticipate somewhat higher traffic volumes.
What wildlife hazards are reported at or near KDAY?
James M Cox Dayton International Airport reports deer, coyotes, birds, and waterfowl present on and in the vicinity of the airport. This wildlife activity is a standing operational remark affecting the airfield environment. Crews operating into KDAY, particularly during low-visibility or nighttime conditions, should factor this hazard into their situational awareness. The airport remains towered and staffed around the clock, which supports coordination on wildlife-related advisories. No specific mitigation procedure beyond the general advisory is noted in the airport's operational remarks.