RUNWAYLE
Guess the airport from its runway layout. A daily airport Wordle with six tries.
How to play
- You see a north-up diagram of a US airport's runways. Type an ICAO code or a city and pick from the list to guess which airport it is.
- Each miss shows the distance to the answer in nautical miles, the compass direction, and a proximity percentage.
- Hints unlock as you go: the state after guess 2, the field elevation after guess 3, and the runway count and longest runway after guess 4.
- Runway numbers are magnetic headings divided by ten, so runway 09 points east and runway 18 points south. Use them to read the diagram.
Why pilots like it
Recognizing an airport from its runway pattern is a real skill. Parallel pairs, crossing runways and a single long strip all tell you something about where you are, and pilots learn to spot them on charts and from the cockpit. Runwayle turns that skill into a quick daily game and teaches the ICAO codes along the way.
Runway headings are explained in the Stratux guide to ADS-B and position reports.
Frequently asked questions
How do I play the guess the airport game?
Study the runway diagram, then guess an airport by its ICAO code or city. The game tells you how far away and in which direction the answer lies.
Which airports are included?
Major and notable US airports, from busy hubs to scenic mountain fields.
How many guesses do I get?
Six. Hints appear as you use them up.
Is it free?
Yes, with no account required.