Rickenbacker International Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any VIP aircraft land at Rickenbacker?
Yes. Rickenbacker International's 12,103-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and the largest wide-body VIP conversions.
Why choose Rickenbacker over CMH?
Rickenbacker offers significantly longer runways (12,103 feet vs 10,114) and less commercial congestion. It's preferred for the largest VIP aircraft and for clients heading to the southern Columbus suburbs.
Why fly private to general aviation in the Columbus?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to general aviation in the Columbus, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R/23L | 12,103 ft | 200 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
| 05L/23R | 11,902 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
CMH — Longest runway: 10,114 ft
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
OSU — Longest runway: 5,004 ft
Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport
SGH — Longest runway: 9,010 ft
Wilmington Airpark
ILN — Longest runway: 10,701 ft
Zanesville Municipal Airport
ZZV — Longest runway: 4,999 ft
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
FFO — Longest runway: 12,600 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- LCK
- ICAO Code
- KLCK
- Elevation
- 744 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 12,103 ft
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio