Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field — Huntington, United States
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Distance & flight time from HTS
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field
HTS identifies Tri-State Airport, officially Milton J. Ferguson Field, which sits atop a leveled mountain plateau near Huntington, West Virginia, serving the tri-state area where West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio converge. The airport's unusual construction required flattening several hilltops, a notable feat of Appalachian-era engineering. HTS offers regional airline service connecting Huntington to hub airports, supporting the local Marshall University community and regional businesses. The facility also has a somber place in aviation history tied to the region's collegiate football tragedy decades ago, which shaped local memory of the airport. Today HTS continues functioning as the primary commercial air link for the Huntington metropolitan area.
Runways at Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field (HTS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 7017 ft (2139 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field (HTS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | HUNTINGTON APP/DEP | 119.75 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.2 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 118.05 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | ELKINS RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | HUNTINGTON TWR | 118.5 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field (HTS)
- Yeager Airport (CRW) — 84.1 km (52.3 mi)
- Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) — 141.1 km (87.7 mi)
- Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB) — 145.7 km (90.5 mi)
- Wilmington Airpark (ILN) — 159.2 km (98.9 mi)
- Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) — 164.0 km (101.9 mi)
- Mercer County Airport (BLF) — 168.1 km (104.5 mi)
- Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field (LUK) — 181.0 km (112.5 mi)
- Blue Grass Airport (LEX) — 182.8 km (113.6 mi)
Searchers may look up HTS expecting a Huntsville, Alabama connection, but it actually serves Huntington, West Virginia. The Tri-State name reflects its position serving three neighboring states rather than one city.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field?
The IATA code for Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field is HTS.
What is the ICAO code for Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field?
The ICAO code for Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field is KHTS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.