Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM/KFSM) is a public airport located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, serving the River Valley region that straddles the Arkansas-Oklahoma border. It provides scheduled commercial air service connecting the area to major airline hubs, as well as general aviation and cargo operations. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Fort Smith and has undergone modernization efforts over the years to improve passenger facilities and runway infrastructure. It serves as an important economic asset for the Fort Smith metropolitan area, one of Arkansas's largest cities. With its location in western Arkansas, the airport competes for passengers with larger regional airports such as Northwest Arkansas National Airport and Tulsa International Airport, though it remains a convenient option for travelers in the immediate River Valley area.