Jackson County Airport
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About Jackson County Airport
Jackson County Airport is a small airfield situated on a ridge about three miles (4.8 km) southeast of the town of Sylva, the county seat of Jackson County, North Carolina, United States. It is less than 1 mile west of the unincorporated town of Cullowhee, the home of Western Carolina University. The airport is owned and operated by the county. It sits at an elevation of 2,857 feet and covers an area of 147 acres (59 ha). The airport's traffic consists mostly of light single and twin engine private aircraft.
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 3,210 ft / 978 m | 60 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 3 of 3 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SNOWBIRD INT 0800-2100 LCL DAILY BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 11000 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jackson County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jackson County Airport located?
Jackson County Airport is small airport located in Sylva, United States, at an elevation of 2,857 ft (871 m).
How many runways does Jackson County Airport have?
Jackson County Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,210 ft / 978 m.
What time zone is Jackson County Airport in?
Jackson County Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jackson County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jackson County Airport is approximately 6.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jackson County Airport?
The nearest airport to Jackson County Airport is Reagans Roost Ultralightport (85NC), about 7 nm to the nne, followed by Macon County Airport and Sossamon Field (Unused).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jackson County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.