Altoona Blair County Airport — Altoona, United States
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Distance & flight time from AOO
Altoona Blair County Airport
In the ridge-and-valley terrain of central Pennsylvania, Altoona Blair County Airport carries the code AOO and sits roughly midway between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg. The field's elevation of 1,503 feet and its two-runway layout give pilots options depending on wind direction across the hilly Allegheny terrain. Blair County owns and maintains the airport, which functions as the primary air access point for Altoona and the surrounding communities. General aviation makes up most of the activity recorded at AOO, supplemented by limited scheduled passenger service typical of small Pennsylvania airports serving mid-sized cities away from major interstate hubs. That two-runway setup remains modest but steady, matching Altoona's size and the pace of traffic passing through the region.
Runways at Altoona Blair County Airport (AOO)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 5465 ft (1666 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 12/30 | 3668 ft (1118 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Altoona Blair County Airport (AOO)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 127.125 MHz |
| CNTR | CLEVELAND CNTR | 121.2 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.6 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.1 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 123 MHz |
Airports near Altoona Blair County Airport (AOO)
- John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport (JST) — 43.6 km (27.1 mi)
- State College Regional Airport (SCE) — 73.3 km (45.5 mi)
- Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR) — 82.5 km (51.3 mi)
- Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) — 92.0 km (57.2 mi)
- Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd Field (MRB) — 103.5 km (64.3 mi)
- DuBois Regional Airport (DUJ) — 109.5 km (68.0 mi)
- Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) — 132.7 km (82.5 mi)
- Allegheny County Airport (AGC) — 136.7 km (84.9 mi)
Searches for AOO usually come from pilots filing flight plans or travelers double-checking a small connecting itinerary, since Altoona offers thin commercial options; some visitors confuse the code with Pittsburgh International while arranging ground transport across central Pennsylvania.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Altoona Blair County Airport?
The IATA code for Altoona Blair County Airport is AOO.
What is the ICAO code for Altoona Blair County Airport?
The ICAO code for Altoona Blair County Airport is KAOO. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.