UNICOM 123.000

AWOS 119.675GCO

GCO 121.725

Detroit Metro ATIS 133.675

Detroit Approach/Departure 124.05 W/ 125.15  E / 134.3

Grosse Ile NDB (RYS) 419 KHz

Carleton VOR (CRL) 115.7

IAP, Carleton VOR freq. 115.7 (CRL) 080 degrees, 13.6 NM to field.

Grosse Ile NDB frequency 419 KHz ( RYS) at field.

Rotating beacon-dawn to dusk PCL

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Automated weather observation system (AWOS) 734-692-9686, frequency 119.675.

https://anyawos.com/KONZ

Lockheed Martin Flight Service 800-992-7433 (a.k.a., 800-WX-BRIEF).

NOAA/NWS-Aviation Weather Center WSI (Weather Services Int'l) Pilotbrief system in pilot lounge.Snow removal.

The airport is located on the south end of the island it is named for and where the Detroit River empties into Lake Erie. While easy to fly to its position tucked under Detroit ’s class B airspace and proximity to the Canadian border makes it worth the effort to have a plan in place. A Detroit terminal area chart is a must and also a good review of the special NOTAM’s regarding the border, nuclear plants, stadiums, etc is in order, we have them all.

Let's start with the easy way in. For those approaching from the west to southwest the Carleton VOR is a great target. Just continue east from the VOR to the shoreline and hang a left. This keeps you well north of the Fermi Nuclear plant. For caution stay south of the class B’s 2,500’ shelf. If Metro is landing to the northeast the heavy iron can be and often is below the floor of this shelf. Wake turbulence is one thing, being a shiny hood ornament on a 747 is another.

From the south to southeast you may pass through Toledo ’s class C airspace or skirt around to the east of it. Toledo ’s controllers give great service for flight following. Be careful east of downtown Toledo , as there is a large farm of 1,000’ towers. Follow the western shoreline north to Grosse Ile. You will pass a coal fired power plant and the Fermi plant along the way. Follow the current NOTAM for dealing with these.

From the east, once you’re past Cleveland the hard part is over. If following along lake Erie watch out for the nuclear plant northeast of Port Clinton. Followed by a restricted area extending into the lake for a mortar and machine gun range. Then there are a couple of wildlife areas. If you are flying over Lake Erie , the Cleveland FSS provides lake reporting flight plan service.

From the north or northwest the class B sits in your way. VFR clearance through the airspace is often rated with biblical miracles. But there is a way. The innovative controllers at Metro have an unofficial flyway known as ‘The Cage’. Plan to be over the Salem VOR at 3,500 and contact approach on 118.95 giving them your location, altitude, destination and request to fly ‘The Cage’. Sounding good on the radio will improve your chances for approval. When approved vectors and altitude changes will be given right to Grosse Ile. Be careful to not enter the class B without a clearance. This is a hot item with the FAA for busts in this area.

In general, watch out for the class B and the border. Enjoy sightseeing up the river and take in the Ambassador Bridge and downtown Detroit . The Detroit River is the world’s busiest waterway. You might see some of the 1,000’ ore boats. It is also a busy VFR flyway. More than once I have come nearly nose to nose with the Yankee Lady, the Yankee Air Force’s B-17 flying tours along the river.

AWOS-3 Frequency 119.675

Be aware of snow removal equipment on Taxiways and Runways (seasonal).

Personnel and equipment all surfaces.

Be aware of deer, coyote, and waterfowl in the vicinity of the airport. 

Runway 4 PAPI - INOP (unusable)

Runway 17/35 closed .
Runway 4 right pattern only

Information subject to change without web site notice.           

Please check current NOTAMs , announcements on AWOS, and with FSS.

At Grosse Ile Airport, the following services and their providers are listed below:

Airport Identifier KONZ

• Hall's Flying Service - Flight Training 734-346-1930
• Max Flight Helicopter Services - 734-231-3102
• Grosse Ile Fishing Charters - Captain Mike Rahn 734-231-3102
• Courtesy Car for Pilots - Contact the FBO 734-692-6424
• Pilot Lounge
• Hangar Venue Rental for events, photoshoots, etc.

• NASGI Museum
• Airport Nature Area
• Hiking Trails
• Bike Trails – Iron Belle Bike System
• Grosse Ile Historical Museum
• The Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village
• Gibraltar Bay Alpacas
• Centennial Farms Grosse Ile
• Luton Performance Horses
• Downtown Detroit
  

Hangar Request Application
Hangar Change Request
Notice to Vacate Hangar
Hangar Safety Requirements
Auto Debit Form

Accommodations at the Historic Pilot House is just a few steps from the runways. 

• Ume Asian Cuisine
• Kathy's Cafe
• Lloyds
• Galindos
• Perdinos
• Hungry Howies
• Island Coney