KOSU The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) is a towered general-aviation airport in Columbus, Ohio, at 905 ft elevation, with 3 runways: 09R/27L (5,004 ft), 05/23 (3,562 ft), 09L/27R (2,994 ft). Below: the current METAR and TAF decoded in plain English, runway wind components, frequencies, and the FAA terminal procedures for d-TPP 2611 (Oct 29, 2026 – Nov 26, 2026).
| Identifiers | ICAO KOSU · FAA OSU · IATA OSU |
|---|---|
| Location | Columbus, OH · 40.0798, -83.0730 |
| Elevation | 905 ft MSL (276 m) |
| Tower | 118.8 MHz |
| ATIS | 121.35 MHz |
| FAA charts | 17 in d-TPP 2611 (Oct 29, 2026 – Nov 26, 2026) |
KOSU METAR and TAF
METAR KOSU 010453Z AUTO 02003KT 10SM CLR 11/06 A3037 RMK AO2 SLP286 T01110056 401610089| Wind | From 020° at 3 kt |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 10 statute miles or more |
| Weather | None reported |
| Clouds | Clear below 12,000 ft (automated) |
| Temperature / dew point | 11°C (52°F) / 6°C (43°F) · spread 5°C |
| Altimeter | 30.37 inHg (1028 hPa) |
| Flight category | VFR — ceiling above 3,000 ft and visibility above 5 SM |
Remarks: AO2: automated station with a precipitation sensor · SLP286: sea-level pressure 1028.6 hPa · T01110056: temperature 11.1°C, dew point 5.6°C
Wind components by runway
From the METAR wind (020° true at 3 kt) and the runway true headings. Tower and ATIS winds are magnetic — use those for the actual runway choice.
- RWY 09R: headwind 1 kt, crosswind 3 kt from the left
- RWY 27L: tailwind 1 kt, crosswind 3 kt from the right
- RWY 05: headwind 3 kt, crosswind 1 kt from the left
- RWY 23: tailwind 3 kt, crosswind 1 kt from the right
- RWY 09L: headwind 1 kt, crosswind 3 kt from the left
- RWY 27R: tailwind 1 kt, crosswind 3 kt from the right
KOSU does not issue a TAF. Check the TAF of the nearest larger airport, or an area forecast in an official briefing.
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center (aviationweather.gov). Times are UTC (Z). Decoded for learning — get an official weather briefing before flight.
Runways
| Runway | Length × width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09R / 27L | 5,004 × 100 ft | asphalt | Yes |
| 05 / 23 | 3,562 × 100 ft | asphalt | Yes |
| 09L / 27R | 2,994 × 100 ft | asphalt | Yes |
Frequencies
| Service | Name | MHz |
|---|---|---|
| Approach / departure | COLUMBUS APP/DEP | 120.2 |
| ATIS | 121.35 | |
| CTAF | 118.8 | |
| Ground comm outlet (clearance) | GND/CLNC DEL | 121.7 |
| Tower | 118.8 | |
| UNICOM | 122.95 |
Runways and frequencies: OurAirports (public domain) — they can change. Check the FAA Chart Supplement for KOSU before you fly.
FAA charts for KOSU — d-TPP 2611
17 charts effective Oct 29, 2026 09:01Z until Nov 26, 2026 09:01Z. Each link opens the original FAA PDF (aeronav.faa.gov).
Airport diagram 1
Instrument approach procedures 3
Arrivals (STAR) 10
Minimums, hot spots and notices 3
- TAKEOFF MINIMUMS
- ALTERNATE MINIMUMS
- HOT SPOTRevised this cycle
KOSU on the FAA d-TPP search · Chart Supplement
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Charts: FAA digital Terminal Procedures Publication (d-TPP), public domain — linked unmodified, not hosted here. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain). Weather: NOAA Aviation Weather Center.
For practice and reference only — not for navigation or flight planning. Always check current official sources (FAA charts, Chart Supplement, NOTAMs, an official weather briefing). The pilot in command is responsible for the flight.