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Telfair Wheeler Airport (MQW)

Mc Rae, United States · small airport · 32.096° -82.880° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMQW
ICAO CodeKMQW
Typesmall airport
NameTelfair Wheeler Airport
MunicipalityMc Rae
CountryUnited States
ContinentNA
Latitude32.096° N
Longitude-82.880° W
Elevation202 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryUnited States
ISO Code
RegionMc Rae
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/New_York
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-4
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – September
Pleasant temperatures across most regions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving MQW

AA — American AirlinesDL — Delta Air LinesUA — United AirlinesWN — Southwest AirlinesAS — Alaska AirlinesB6 — JetBlueAC — Air Canada

🌡 Climate — Temperate (32.1°N)

Jan
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
17°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
Nov
12°
Dec
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Telfair Wheeler Airport is a small general aviation facility serving McRae and the surrounding Telfair County in central Georgia. The airport provides a vital link for private pilots, business aviation, and emergency services in this rural region. Named after the county, it features a single main runway suitable for light to mid-size aircraft.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors recommend calling ahead to check runway conditions and arrange any needed fuel or hangar space, as this rural airport operates with limited staff and services can vary day to day.
🚖 Getting There

Reaching the airport typically requires a personal vehicle, as there is no public transit serving the facility. McRae is located along US-441 and US-280, making road access straightforward from nearby towns like Dublin and Douglas. Rental car services are not available on-site, so arranging ground transportation in advance is recommended.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Telfair Wheeler Airport offer commercial airline service?
A: No, this is a general aviation airport with no scheduled commercial flights.

Q: What types of aircraft can use the airport?
A: The facility primarily accommodates single-engine, multi-engine piston aircraft, and light business jets.

Q: Is fuel available at the airport?
A: Fuel availability may vary; pilots should contact the airport operator or FBO in advance to confirm current services.

Q: Are there any on-site amenities or facilities?
A: The airport has basic general aviation amenities, though services are limited compared to larger commercial airports.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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