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North Las Vegas Airport

Las Vegas, United States

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North Las Vegas Airport

Las Vegas, United States
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Las Vegas's primary general aviation reliever airport.

Opened
1941
Location
North Las Vegas, United States
North Las Vegas Airport (VGT/KVGT) is a public general aviation reliever airport located in North Las Vegas, Nevada, operated by Clark County Department of Aviation. It serves as one of the busiest general aviation airports in the United States, handling a high volume of private, charter, and corporate aircraft traffic. The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 2,231 feet above sea level and features two runways capable of accommodating a wide range of piston, turboprop, and light jet aircraft. It plays a critical role in relieving congestion from Harry Reid International Airport by handling non-commercial traffic. North Las Vegas Airport is a hub for flight training schools, air tours, helicopter operators, and fixed-base operators (FBOs). Its proximity to the Las Vegas Strip and surrounding valley makes it attractive for private flyers and air tour companies serving the Grand Canyon and other regional destinations.
Terminals
The airport has no commercial passenger terminal; it is served by multiple fixed-base operator facilities catering to general aviation users.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible primarily by private vehicle or taxi, located roughly 8 miles north of the Las Vegas Strip with no direct public transit service.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate at North Las Vegas Airport; it is dedicated exclusively to general aviation, charter, and corporate operations.
Notable facts
  • ›Operated by Clark County Department of Aviation, the same agency that manages Harry Reid International Airport.
  • ›One of the busiest general aviation airports in the United States by aircraft operations.
  • ›Serves as a major base for Grand Canyon air tour operators using both fixed-wing and helicopter aircraft.
  • ›Features two runways: Runway 12/30 and Runway 7/25.
  • ›Elevation of approximately 2,231 feet MSL influences aircraft performance calculations.
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North Las Vegas Airport
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North Las Vegas Airport is a public-use airport 3 mi (4.8 km) northwest of downtown Las Vegas in North Las Vegas, Nevada. It is owned by the Clark County Commission and operated by the Clark County Department of Aviation.

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