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Augusta Regional Airport
NameAugusta Regional Airport
IATAAGS
ICAOKAGS
FAAAGS
OwnerCity of Augusta
OperatorAugusta Aviation Commission
City-servedAugusta, Georgia
LocationRichmond County, Georgia
Elevation-f144
Elevation-m44
Coordinates33, 22, 12, N...
Websitehttps://www.flyags.com/
R1-number8/26
R1-length-m2,591
R1-length-f8,500
R1-surfaceAsphalt
R2-number17/35
R2-length-m1,524
R2-length-f5,000
R2-surfaceAsphalt
Stat-year2023
Stat1-headerAircraft operations
Stat1-data45,000
Stat2-headerBased aircraft
Stat2-data50
FootnotesSource: Federal Aviation Administration

Augusta Regional Airport is a public airport located in the city of Augusta, Georgia, within Richmond County, Georgia. It serves as a primary commercial and general aviation facility for the Central Savannah River Area. The airport is owned by the City of Augusta and operated by the Augusta Aviation Commission, providing scheduled passenger service and supporting military and corporate flight operations.

History

The airport's origins trace to the 1940s when it was developed as a commercial airfield, with early service provided by carriers like Eastern Air Lines. During World War II, the facility supported military training activities for the United States Army Air Forces. A significant expansion occurred in 1950 with the opening of a new terminal building, designed to accommodate the growing post-war aviation demand. The airport was later renamed Bush Field in honor of local businessman and aviation proponent John H. Bush. In 2009, the facility was rebranded with its current name to better reflect its regional role, coinciding with major terminal renovations and infrastructure upgrades funded in part by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Facilities

Augusta Regional Airport covers 1,411 acres (571 ha) at an elevation of 144 feet (44 m) above mean sea level. It features two asphalt runways: Runway 8/26 is 8,500 by 150 feet (2,591 x 46 m) and Runway 17/35 is 5,000 by 150 feet (1,524 x 46 m). The passenger terminal, renovated in 2010, contains five gates and offers amenities such as concessions and free Wi-Fi. The airport is a designated Port of Entry with a United States Customs and Border Protection facility, handling international general aviation flights. Other facilities include two fixed-base operators, Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support, providing fueling, maintenance, and hangar services. The airport also hosts the Georgia Army National Guard's Augusta Aviation Support Facility.

Airlines and destinations

As of 2024, Augusta Regional Airport is served by three commercial airlines offering non-stop flights to major hub airports. American Airlines operates flights to Charlotte Douglas International Airport using Embraer E175 aircraft operated by Envoy Air. Delta Air Lines provides service to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport utilizing Bombardier CRJ700 and Bombardier CRJ900 regional jets flown by Endeavor Air. United Airlines offers flights to Washington Dulles International Airport and Chicago O'Hare International Airport with Embraer ERJ-145 aircraft operated by CommuteAir. Seasonal and charter services are occasionally available, particularly during the Masters Tournament.

Accidents and incidents

On February 7, 1966, a Beechcraft Model 18 operated by Southern Airways crashed during a training flight near the airport, resulting in three fatalities. A Cessna 210 crashed on approach to the airport on November 15, 1982, due to pilot error in instrument meteorological conditions, killing the sole occupant. In a non-fatal incident on March 3, 2008, a Cessna Citation business jet overran the runway during landing in heavy rain, sustaining substantial damage but no serious injuries; the National Transportation Safety Board investigation cited excessive speed on approach. There have been no major accidents involving scheduled commercial carriers at the airport.

Statistics

For the 12-month period ending December 2023, Augusta Regional Airport had approximately 45,000 aircraft operations, averaging 123 per day, split between 60% general aviation, 35% air taxi, and 5% military. Commercial enplanements totaled 189,500 passengers in 2023. The top domestic destinations by passenger volume were Atlanta, Charlotte, and Washington, D.C.. At that time, there were 50 aircraft based at the airport: 34 single-engine, 10 multi-engine, 5 jet, and 1 helicopter. The airport generates an estimated economic impact of over $290 million annually for the Central Savannah River Area, according to a study by the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

Ground transportation

The airport is accessible via State Route 56 (Doug Barnard Parkway) and is approximately 8 miles (13 km) south of downtown Augusta, Georgia. Taxicab services and rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft operate at the terminal. Several rental car agencies, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Avis, maintain facilities on-site. Public bus service is provided by Augusta Public Transit via Route 17, which connects the airport to the Augusta Transit transfer center. The airport offers short-term and long-term parking lots adjacent to the terminal building, with over 1,200 available spaces.

Category:Airports in Georgia (U.S. state) Category:Transportation in Augusta, Georgia Category:Richmond County, Georgia