Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base — Wichita Falls, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (Wichita Falls) is SPS — its ICAO code is KSPS.
Distance & flight time from SPS
Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base
Wichita Falls Municipal Airport shares its runways with Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas, forming a joint civil-military airfield known as SPS. The municipal side handles limited commercial passenger service connecting Wichita Falls to regional hub airports, while Sheppard AFB hosts the 82nd Training Wing and the internationally significant Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program, which trains military pilots from multiple allied nations. This dual identity makes SPS unusual among US airports, combining everyday civilian air travel with an active Air Force training mission of considerable strategic importance. The base's international training role brings personnel and aircraft from numerous NATO and partner countries to this North Texas facility.
Runways at Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (SPS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15C/33C | 10003 ft (3049 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 15L/33R | 6000 ft (1829 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 15R/33L | 13100 ft (3993 m) | 300 ft (91 m) | CON |
| 17/35 | 7021 ft (2140 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (SPS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.2 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 132.05 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.2 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.75 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 120.4 MHz |
| GND | GND | 125.5 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.46 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.22 MHz |
| RDO | FORT WORTH RDO | 122.65 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.75 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base (SPS)
- Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport (LAW) — 64.7 km (40.2 mi)
- Henry Post Army Air Field (FSI) — 74.0 km (46.0 mi)
- Altus Air Force Base (LTS) — 103.7 km (64.4 mi)
- Hobart Regional Airport (HBR) — 122.7 km (76.2 mi)
- Mineral Wells Regional Airport (MWL) — 140.1 km (87.1 mi)
- Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW) — 155.4 km (96.6 mi)
- NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field (FWH) — 167.0 km (103.8 mi)
- Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) — 167.1 km (103.8 mi)
SPS combines Wichita Falls Municipal Airport with Sheppard Air Force Base's NATO pilot training in Texas. Search here for civilian flight schedules alongside details on this joint military training installation.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base?
The IATA code for Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base is SPS.
What is the ICAO code for Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base is KSPS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.