How To Get to the Sequatchie Valley by Airplane

With 83 public airports in Tennessee, there are a plethora of fly-in options for your next adventure.

Meg Godlewski

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 06:31 PM ET

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Tennessee boasts 83 public airports, with only five dedicated to commercial carriers, making general aviation a prime way for pilots to access the state's abundant outdoor recreation.
The article details four general aviation airports in or near the Sequatchie Valley: Mark Anton (2A0), Warren County Memorial (KRNC), Franklin County (KUOS), and Crossville Memorial (KCSV).
These airports provide pilots with essential services like self-serve 100LL fuel (and often Jet-A) and serve as gateways to various attractions, including state parks, climbing areas, fishing tournaments, and golf courses.
Pilots utilizing these mostly nontowered airports should be aware of unique operational considerations, such as runway length and slope, specific wind patterns, and local wildlife.

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According to Maps of the World, there are 83 public airports in Tennessee. Only five of those are used by commercial carriers. What this means is, if you want to partake in the plethora of outdoor recreation in Tennessee, there is a good chance you will be able to fly your airplane to the destination.