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Cheraw Municipal Airport/Lynch Bellinger Field (HCW/KCQW) is a city-owned public-use general aviation airport serving Cheraw, South Carolina, and the surrounding Pee Dee region. Located a few miles southwest of downtown Cheraw near the North Carolina border, it supports private, recreational, and occasional business flying rather than scheduled airline service. The field is also known as Lynch Bellinger Field and provides a convenient gateway to Cheraw's historic district and nearby Sandhills attractions.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call ahead to confirm self-service fuel and after-hours access, then use the field as a quiet base for Cheraw State Park golf and the historic downtown.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is a short drive from downtown Cheraw, but there is no regular public transit serving the field, so plan on a car, taxi, or pre-arranged rideshare. Rental cars are generally not based at the airport; the nearest larger rental and airline hubs are in Florence, South Carolina, or the Rockingham/Hamlet area of North Carolina. If you need a ride, arrange it before arrival or departure because on-demand availability in Cheraw can be limited.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport identifiers for Cheraw Municipal Airport?
A: The airport uses IATA code HCW, ICAO code KCQW, and FAA location identifier CQW.
Q: Does Cheraw Municipal Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. It is a general aviation airport with no scheduled commercial passenger flights; most traffic is private, recreational, and business aircraft.
Q: What should pilots check before flying into KCQW?
A: Review current NOTAMs, fuel availability, runway conditions, and after-hours access procedures, as services at small general aviation fields can be limited or self-service.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown Cheraw?
A: It is only a few miles from downtown Cheraw, making it a short drive by car, taxi, or rideshare once you leave the field.
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