🇺🇸 University Oxford Airport

University-Oxford Airport (UOX, KUOX) is a public-use airport located two miles northwest of Oxford, Mississippi, and is owned by the University of Mississippi. It is categorized as a general aviation facility.

The airport has one asphalt runway, 9/27, measuring 5,600 by 100 feet. It does not have a control tower. For the 12-month period ending February 28, 2021, the airport had 60,253 aircraft operations, with 22 aircraft based there.

Notable features and history include:

• The airport serves as a base for charter flights for the University of Mississippi, accommodating various aircraft including regional jets and Boeing 737s.
• In 2017, a new apron was built to accommodate more aircraft during football season, and a new fuel depot was constructed.
• The airport has offered commercial airline service in the past, with Southern Airways in 1975 and Southern Airways Express from 2013 to 2016, but currently has no airline service.
• Amenities include a large executive terminal, crew lounge, complimentary football game day shuttle, free internet, and tie-down spaces.

The airport is currently operational and open to the public. There is an active construction notice.

*Sources researched: olemiss.edu, nfdc.faa.gov, en.wikipedia.org, airnav.com, skyvector.com*