Chicago Midway International Airport

KMDW / MDW

Chicago, US

KMDW (MDW) Chicago Midway International Airport — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

26 official charts for Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW / MDW) — airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures, SIDs, STARs, and operational information for pilots.

Charts (26) Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

KMDW Airport Charts & Approach Plates

Official charts for Chicago Midway International Airport published by the national aviation authority. Updated every 28 days per AIRAC cycle. All links open the official PDF source in a new tab.

Airport Diagrams 1

Instrument Approach Procedures (IAP) 14

Standard Terminal Arrivals (STAR) 5

Hot Spots & Warnings 2

Takeoff Minimums 1

Alternate Minimums 1

Additional Charts 2

All charts sourced from official AIP publication. Last updated: April 5, 2026. Always verify with the official AIP before flight.

Airport Operations

KMDW is a Class C airport with H24 tower operations and ARFF Index C fire rescue services. Airport has active construction notices and requires transponder/ADS-B operation on all surfaces due to ASDE-X system. Multiple ILS approaches available with precision and non-precision instrument markings on runways.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
AVGAS 100LL JET-A1+
Operating Hours
H24
Customs
Available

Parking & Handling

Landing Fees
No landing fee

Published Approach Procedures

ILS RWY 04R ILS RWY 13L ILS RWY 31R

Special Procedures

ASDE-X IN USE. OPERATE TRANSPONDERS WITH ALTITUDE REPORTING MODE AND ADS-B (IF EQUIPPED) ENABLED ON ALL AIRPORT SURFACES

PPL / GA Operations

Left traffic pattern for all runways. Runway 04L/22R has displaced thresholds on both ends (757.7 ft and 878.2 ft). All runways equipped with PAPI visual approach slope indicators. Class C airspace - contact approach control required.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 5, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

7 frequencies
Tower
118.700
MHz
TWR
Ground
121.650
MHz
GND
ATIS
132.750
MHz
ATIS
Clearance
121.850
MHz
CLNC DEL
UNICOM
122.950
MHz
UNICOM
A/D
118.400
MHz
APP/DEP
ASOS
132.750
MHz
ASOS
Emergency Frequency
121.500
International Emergency

Usage Instructions:

Tower: Airport traffic control
Ground: Surface movement control
Approach: Terminal area control
ATIS: Automated weather & airport info
• Click any frequency to copy to clipboard
• Always verify frequencies with current charts before flight
• Frequencies may change - check NOTAMs for updates
Data Source: Frequencies are sourced from OurAirports.com, updated daily. Always verify current frequencies using official airport charts, AIP publications, or contact the airport directly. Frequencies may change due to operational requirements or regulatory updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for KMDW (MDW) Chicago Midway International Airport?

We list 26 official charts for KMDW, including airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures (IAP), SIDs, STARs, and visual approaches sourced directly from the official AIP.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for KMDW?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for KMDW (MDW) Chicago Midway International Airport are available on this page, linking directly to the official PDF charts published by the aviation authority. These include ILS, RNAV/GPS, VOR and LOC approaches for all runways.

Are the charts for KMDW free?

Yes, all chart links on this page point to official free sources including FAA d-TPP, EUROCONTROL eAIPs, and national aviation authority publications. No subscription required.

How often are charts updated?

Official charts follow the AIRAC cycle and are updated every 28 days. The links on this page always point to the current effective cycle from the official source.