About Chilton County Airport
Chilton County Airport is a public-use general aviation airport serving Clanton and Chilton County, Alabama, situated in the heart of the state's renowned peach-growing region along the I-65 corridor. Located equidistant between Birmingham and Montgomery, Chilton County Airport occupies a strategically central position that makes it useful for pilots crossing central Alabama who need a fuel stop or overnight parking away from the busier airport environments at BHM and MGM. The county airport operates under FAA Southern Region oversight and is registered with the Alabama Department of Transportation Aeronautics Bureau.
The airport accommodates light piston and light twin general aviation aircraft, serving local pilots, agricultural aviation operators, and transient traffic on the north-south Alabama corridor. Chilton County's peach harvest season in June and July sees some agricultural aviation activity, and the county's growing population has supported consistent demand for GA services. Pilots should confirm current fuel availability and operating hours before planning a Chilton County Airport stop on cross-Alabama routes.
Is Chilton County Airport a public airport?
Yes, Chilton County Airport is a public-use general aviation airport open to all pilots. No prior permission is required, and pilots should self-announce on the designated CTAF frequency when operating in the traffic pattern.
Is fuel available at Chilton County Airport?
Avgas (100LL) is typically available at Chilton County Airport. Pilots on long cross-country routes through central Alabama often use Clanton-area airports as fuel stops between Birmingham and Montgomery. Call ahead to confirm fuel availability and self-serve pump access hours.
How far is Chilton County Airport from I-65?
Clanton's airports are located near I-65 in central Alabama, making ground transportation relatively straightforward. The proximity to the interstate is useful for pilots who need to meet with passengers arriving by car from either Birmingham or Montgomery.
What other airports are in the Clanton area?
Gragg-Wade Field Airport is another public-use GA option in the Clanton area. Ware Island Airport is also located nearby. Together these fields make Chilton County one of the better-served GA communities in rural central Alabama.
Chilton County Airport Contact Information
Address, Phone Number, and Hours for an Airports in Clanton, Nevada.
| Name | Chilton County Airport |
| Address | 700 Airport Road, Clanton AL 35045 Map |
| Phone | (205) 280-3800 |
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Map of Chilton County Airport
Visiting Chilton County Airport
Chilton County Airport serves a community famous across Alabama for its roadside peach stands and agricultural identity. Clanton's location directly on I-65 at the midpoint between Alabama's two largest cities makes it a natural stopping point for travelers, and pilots passing through central Alabama find the county airport a convenient break in long cross-country flights. The Peach Water Tower — a giant peach-shaped water tower — is a distinctive landmark visible from the air and has become an iconic central Alabama waypoint for local pilots.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is approximately 50 miles to the north with commercial airline service and Class B airspace. Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) is about 40 miles to the south with commercial service and a full FBO. The Alabama Department of Transportation Aeronautics Bureau has supported Chilton County Airport's infrastructure as part of the statewide system, recognizing the airport's role as a critical mid-state fuel and rest stop for both Alabama-based pilots and those transiting through the state on north-south cross-country flights.