Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR/KMYR) serves the popular Grand Strand resort area of South Carolina, handling millions of leisure travelers each year. It is located approximately 3 miles southwest of downtown Myrtle Beach and operates as a primary commercial gateway to one of the most visited tourist destinations on the East Coast. The airport occupies land that was originally part of the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base, which closed in 1993 and was subsequently converted to civilian use. This military heritage gave the airport an extensive infrastructure foundation that facilitated its growth into a modern regional facility. MYR primarily serves leisure traffic, with significant seasonal peaks during the spring and summer months. It is operated by the Myrtle Beach Jetport Authority and has undergone several terminal expansions and modernization projects to accommodate increasing passenger demand.