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| Enid Woodring Regional Airport | |
|---|---|
| Name | Enid Woodring Regional Airport |
| Iata | WDG |
| Icao | KWDG |
| Faa | WDG |
| Type | Public |
| Owner | City of Enid |
| City-served | Enid, Oklahoma |
| Location | Garfield County, Oklahoma |
| Elevation-ft | 1,215 |
| R1-number | 17/35 |
| R1-length-ft | 7,201 |
| R1-surface | Asphalt |
| R2-number | 13/31 |
| R2-length-ft | 5,000 |
| R2-surface | Asphalt |
Enid Woodring Regional Airport is a public-use airport serving Enid in Garfield County, Oklahoma, United States. The airport, owned by the City of Enid, functions as a regional general aviation hub and has historical ties to military flight training and commercial service. It supports aviation activities including corporate aviation, flight instruction, air ambulance operations, and occasional scheduled flights, while being adjacent to local industrial and educational institutions.
The site began operations in the early 20th century and expanded significantly during the World War II era when aviation training and facilities grew across the Midwestern United States. During the postwar period, the airport transitioned from military-linked training functions to municipal management under the City of Enid. The facility was later named in honor of Enid A. Woodring (note: personal name as memorial), reflecting local recognition of aviation contributions. In the late 20th century, regional air service patterns shifted nationwide with deregulation from the Airline Deregulation Act and consolidation involving carriers such as Frontier Airlines (1950–1986), Central Airlines (1949–1967), and commuter operators, affecting small airports across Oklahoma including the Enid field. Infrastructure investments in runway rehabilitation and navigational aids were funded through collaborations with the Federal Aviation Administration, the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission, and municipal authorities, mirroring broader trends in airport modernization.
The airport is situated in Garfield County, Oklahoma and features two asphalt runways: primary runway 17/35 and secondary runway 13/31, accommodating a range of aircraft from single-engine Cessna 172 types to business jets such as Gulfstream Aerospace and Bombardier Aerospace models. The field elevation is approximately 1,215 feet above mean sea level, and the airport provides services including fixed-base operations by local FBOs, fueling, hangarage, and maintenance. Instrument approaches are supported by published procedures coordinated with the National Airspace System and flight operations interact with Federal Aviation Administration air traffic control for regional departures and arrivals. Aviation businesses operating on-site have included flight schools, charter companies, and maintenance providers serving oilfield operators and corporate clients from nearby centers such as Wichita, Kansas, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Commercial service history at the airport has been intermittent, reflecting shifts in regional airline networks, subsidies under programs like the former Essential Air Service initiative, and the evolution of commuter turboprop routes. Historically, regional carriers operating aircraft such as the Beechcraft 1900 and de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter connected Enid-area passengers to hubs in Dallas–Fort Worth and other Oklahoma cities, linking to larger carriers including American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. In recent years, scheduled airline presence has been limited, with most activity dominated by general aviation, charter flights, and air ambulance services that connect to regional medical centers such as Integris Baptist Medical Center and Saint Francis Health System.
Like many active aviation facilities, the airport has experienced incidents involving general aviation aircraft and training flights. Investigations into such events are typically conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration, with outcomes informing safety recommendations for pilot training, maintenance standards, and airport procedures. Historical incident reports in the region have included runway excursions, engine failures on single-engine airplanes such as Cessna types, and non-fatal training mishaps; these have led to incremental safety upgrades and community outreach by aviation stakeholders including flight schools and municipal officials.
The airport contributes to regional economic activity by supporting corporate travel for industries in northwest Oklahoma including agriculture, energy development, and manufacturing tied to firms in Enid, Oklahoma and surrounding cities. It provides employment through fixed-base operators, aircraft maintenance providers, and aviation-related retail, while offering critical services such as air ambulance operations that link rural communities to tertiary care in urban centers. Partnerships with educational institutions and workforce programs have fostered aviation career pathways connecting students to employers such as American Airlines, UPS Airlines, and maintenance organizations. Local events, airshows, and community outreach have engaged civic groups like the Rotary International chapters and veterans' organizations, reinforcing municipal investment decisions made by the City of Enid and county authorities to sustain infrastructure, attract business aviation, and preserve the airport as a strategic regional asset.
Category:Airports in Oklahoma Category:Buildings and structures in Garfield County, Oklahoma Category:Enid, Oklahoma