🇺🇸 Angelina County Airport

Angelina County Airport (KLFK), located seven nautical miles southwest of Lufkin, Texas, is a publicly-owned, public-use airport that officially activated in August 1944.

Type of facility and operations: KLFK is a county-owned, public-use airport that primarily serves general aviation, with approximately 97% general aviation and 3% military operations as of 2008 statistics. It handles over 10,000 flight operations annually, catering to corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, government officials, and celebrities seeking discreet and efficient access to the region. The airport has two asphalt runways: 7/25 measuring 5,398 by 100 feet (1,645 x 30 m) and 16/34 measuring 4,309 by 100 feet (1,313 x 30 m). It is equipped with various instrument approach procedures, including ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR approaches. Services offered include fueling (100LL and Jet A), hangars, and a fixed-base operator (FBO) providing ground handling and concierge services.

Notable features or history: While primarily a general aviation facility, Angelina County Airport previously had historical airline service, with Texas International operating flights with Convair 600 turboprops to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in the mid-1970s. In 2019, the airport was recognized with the "Most Improved Airport Award." A unique feature mentioned is its airport grill, which is consistently voted one of the most popular burger spots in the area.

Current status: Angelina County Airport is currently open to the public and is attended during specific hours (Monday-Friday 07:00-19:00 local time, Saturday-Sunday 09:00-19:00 local time). It is owned and managed by Angelina County. The airport continues to operate with its two asphalt runways and provides various services and facilities for private and general aviation.