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Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base

Wichita Falls, United States

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Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base

Wichita Falls, United States
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Joint civilian-military gateway serving Wichita Falls, Texas.

Location
Wichita Falls, United States
Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (SPS/KSPS) is a joint-use facility shared between commercial aviation and the United States Air Force, located in Wichita Falls, Texas. The airport serves the civilian population of the Wichita Falls region while simultaneously hosting significant military training operations at the adjacent Sheppard AFB. Sheppard Air Force Base is home to the 82nd Training Wing, one of the largest technical training wings in the Air Force, and also serves as the base for Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT), a multinational pilot training program. The shared-use arrangement between the municipal airport and the military installation makes it a unique dual-purpose facility. On the commercial side, the airport offers limited scheduled passenger service, connecting Wichita Falls to major hub airports. Its relatively small size means the terminal footprint is modest, catering primarily to regional travelers.
Terminals
The airport has a single small commercial terminal handling limited scheduled passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to downtown Wichita Falls is primarily available via rental cars and taxis, as the airport lacks dedicated public transit service.
Airlines here
American Eagle (operated by SkyWest or Envoy) has historically provided regional service connecting Wichita Falls to Dallas/Fort Worth.
Notable facts
  • ›Sheppard AFB hosts the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) program, the only multinational pilot training program on a U.S. Air Force base.
  • ›The 82nd Training Wing at Sheppard AFB is one of the largest technical training wings in the entire U.S. Air Force.
  • ›The facility operates as a joint-use airport, with military and civilian aircraft sharing the same runways.
  • ›Wichita Falls is located near the Texas-Oklahoma border, and the airport serves a regional catchment area spanning both states.
  • ›The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 1,015 feet above mean sea level.
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Gateway to the Texas Plains where civilian travel meets military heritage

Wichita Falls Municipal Airport, sharing runways with Sheppard Air Force Base, serves north-central Texas and southern Oklahoma as a dual-use civil-military facility. The airport has long supported regional connectivity while hosting one of the largest pilot training programs in the United States Air Force. Its compact size and efficient layout make it a practical hub for business travelers and military personnel alike.

Terminals
  • Passenger Terminal — A single, modest terminal handling all commercial arrivals and departures with basic amenities and easy curbside access.
Ground Transport
  • Rental cars available at the terminal (Hertz, Enterprise, Avis)
  • Taxi and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) operating from curbside
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles from select nearby properties
  • Personal vehicle pickup via short-term and long-term parking lots
Nearby Hotels
  • Hilton Garden Inn Wichita Falls
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Wichita Falls
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites Wichita Falls
  • Courtyard by Marriott Wichita Falls
  • Holiday Inn Express Wichita Falls
Dining

Inside the terminal, food options are limited to a small café suitable for a quick bite before departure. The surrounding Wichita Falls area offers a wider variety of dining, including local Tex-Mex restaurants and chain options within a short drive. Travelers with longer layovers are advised to eat before arriving at the terminal.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as the terminal is small but TSA lines can occasionally back up during peak hours.
  • Rental car counters are located within or immediately adjacent to the terminal — reserve in advance as fleet sizes are limited.
  • Sheppard AFB operations can increase air traffic noise and activity; expect occasional military aircraft overhead.
  • Wichita Falls city center is approximately 5 miles from the airport, making taxi or rideshare rides quick and affordable.
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Airlines serving this airport

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Routes

SPS → DFWAA · ERD ER4 CRJ
SPS → DFWUS · ERD ER4
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