The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field — Columbus, United States
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Distance & flight time from OSU
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
The Ohio State University Airport, known as Don Scott Field (OSU), is a university-owned general aviation airport in Columbus, Ohio, supporting Ohio State's aviation program, one of the oldest collegiate flight training operations in the United States. Beyond flight instruction, OSU handles corporate and charter traffic serving the greater Columbus business community, along with maintenance operations and occasional special events. The airport's dual role as both an academic training ground and a functioning general aviation facility distinguishes it from typical university airfields. Its runways can accommodate a range of aircraft from trainers to midsize business jets, making it a practical alternative to the busier John Glenn Columbus International Airport for private and corporate flyers.
Runways at The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 3562 ft (1086 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 09L/27R | 2994 ft (913 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 09R/27L | 5004 ft (1525 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | COLUMBUS APP/DEP | 120.2 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 121.35 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.8 MHz |
| GCCD | GND/CLNC DEL | 121.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.8 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU)
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) — 17.9 km (11.1 mi)
- Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) — 32.1 km (19.9 mi)
- Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport (SGH) — 70.6 km (43.9 mi)
- Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (FFO) — 87.8 km (54.6 mi)
- Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport (MFD) — 95.0 km (59.0 mi)
- Wilmington Airpark (ILN) — 95.0 km (59.0 mi)
- James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) — 99.6 km (61.9 mi)
- Zanesville Municipal Airport (ZZV) — 101.7 km (63.2 mi)
OSU is Don Scott Field, Ohio State University's airport in Columbus, used for flight training and general aviation, not the city's main commercial airport. Searchers often mean this when researching OSU's aviation program.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field?
The IATA code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is OSU.
What is the ICAO code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field?
The ICAO code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is KOSU. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.