Golden Triangle Regional Airport — Columbus/W Point/Starkville, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereGolden Triangle Regional Airport in Columbus/W Point/Starkville uses the IATA code GTR, with KGTR as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from GTR
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
GTR is Golden Triangle Regional Airport, serving the Columbus, West Point, and Starkville area of northeastern Mississippi, a region nicknamed the Golden Triangle for its industrial development. The airport supports scheduled commercial flights along with general aviation and is closely tied to nearby Columbus Air Force Base and Mississippi State University in Starkville. GTR has attracted attention for aerospace-related economic development in the surrounding region, including manufacturing tied to aviation and defense industries. Its role extends beyond simple passenger transport, functioning as an anchor for regional economic activity in a part of Mississippi that has actively pursued industrial diversification in recent decades.
Runways at Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 8003 ft (2439 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | COLUMBUS APP/DEP | 135.6 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.375 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 126.375 MHz |
| CLD | COLUMBUS CLNC DEL | 126.25 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.2 MHz |
| GND | GND/CLNC DEL | 135.375 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.2 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR)
- Columbus Air Force Base (CBM) — 25.5 km (15.8 mi)
- Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP) — 92.4 km (57.4 mi)
- Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL) — 94.6 km (58.8 mi)
- Key Field / Meridian Regional Airport (MEI) — 125.2 km (77.8 mi)
- University Oxford Airport (UOX) — 135.6 km (84.3 mi)
- Greenwood–Leflore Airport (GWO) — 138.9 km (86.3 mi)
- Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) — 169.8 km (105.5 mi)
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) — 171.1 km (106.3 mi)
GTR serves three distinct Mississippi communities at once, which often confuses travelers searching by a single city name; it is closely linked to Mississippi State University and regional aerospace industry.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Golden Triangle Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Golden Triangle Regional Airport is GTR.
What is the ICAO code for Golden Triangle Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Golden Triangle Regional Airport is KGTR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.