General
Aviation
in North Texas
The North Texas region is dotted with numerous general aviation and
reliever airports. These airports play a vital role in the region’s economy,
serving as a stimulus for development and growth. Some of the region’s
largest employers – along with many small businesses – rely on the
aviation-related services these airports provide.
The airports across North Texas support millions of jobs and generate
billions of dollars in economic activity. Some of these airports are among
the busiest general aviation airports in the country.
In North Texas alone, general aviation carries about 166 million
passengers annually on a variety of aircraft ranging from singleengine, piston-powered aircraft to luxurious corporate jets. General
aviation contributes to the growth of cities, businesses, services and
manufacturing facilities worldwide.
North Texas is home to two commercial service airports, 11 reliever
airports, 56 general aviation airports, one military training airfield and
three public-use heliports.
Additionally, more than 300 private-use aviation facilities are used for a
variety of flight purposes, including emergency medical support, media
coverage, efficient corporate and business transportation, and