Airport Services
Originally
built in the 1940s as a training air strip for the military, the Aransas County
Airport has evolved into a public facility that continues to grow and meet the
needs of area aviators and visitors alike. "When you consider the
convenience this airport offers out-of-town visitors, this airport is a vital
facility for the county," says Airport Manager Gene Johnson. It serves as a vital economic development took and provides
impetus to the local economy of approximately $7.2M annually.
Runways
One runway 150 feet wide by 5,600 feet long and one runways 150 feet wide by
4,500 feet long. Runway 14/32 is lighted and the taxiways leading to 14/32 are
lighted. The approach to runway 14 and runway 32 has a 2 bar VASI-L and REIL's (visual approach
aid).
Radio
The unicom radio 123.05 mhz is monitored 365 days a year. In addition there is a
remote transceiver (121.7 mhz) located on the field for IFR flight clearances
and other communication with ATC.
Weather
An Automated Surface Observation System, of ASOS was installed in January 1993.
The ASOS is a combination of sophisticated weather sensing equipment to provide
weather information 24 hours a day. The data is available to all airmen by
telephone (361) 729-2372), by radio (119.275mhz) or on a monitor in the
Administrative/Operations office. Nationwide weather reporting with radar
reports and satellite maps are available in the administration building via high
speed internet. High speed WiFi is also available in the terminal building.
Fuel
The first fully automated fuel terminal installed in Texas in 1990, is located
on the field that allows pilots to self fuel (100LL AvGas) their aircraft 24
hours a day, 7 days a week, with most major credit cards being accepted.
This unit is very popular with local pilots and visitors alike, as prices
are 25% to 35 % lower than the industry average.
IFR
Approaches
There are 4 published IFR approaches to the Aransas County Airport.
2 NDB approaches and a VOR-DMS-A and GPS approaches.
Ramps/Storage
The Airport has tie-downs for over 50 air craft, with hangar
space normally available for transients.
Operations
The Airport is a well utilized facility with traffic coming from the private
sector as well as the military. There is aircraft maintenance, pilot
instruction, pilot examinations, and aircraft charter and rental available on
the field. The airport is also proud to have Petroleum
Helicopters, Inc. (PHI) and Air Logistics, Inc. located at the airport.
Aransas County Airport Growth
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Air Operations |
1994 |
1997 |
2000 |
2005 |
2006 |
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Military |
32,500 |
32,000 |
32,500 |
32,500 |
35,000 |
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Civilian Local |
24,000 |
30,000 |
16,500 |
16,000 |
16,000 |
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Transient |
12,000 |
18,000 |
33,000 |
33,500 |
33,500 |
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Air Taxi |
220 |
300 |
250 |
250 |
250 |
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Total |
68,720 |
80,300 |
82,250 |
82,250 |
82,250 |
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Fuel Sales/Usage |
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$135K |
$185K |
$218K |
$300K |
$550K |
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Based Aircraft |
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Single Engine |
39 |
50 |
56 |
54 |
54 |
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Multi Engine |
5 |
4 |
7 |
10 |
10 |
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Helicopter |
10 |
10 |
10 |
8 |
8 |
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Total |
54 |
64 |
73 |
72 |
72 |
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T-Hanger Units |
32 |
44 |
55 |
55 |
55 |
For More Information you can view the Aransas County Airport website.