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Cortland County Chase Field (CTX) is a county-owned public-use airport serving Cortland, New York, and the surrounding Finger Lakes region. Located just southwest of downtown Cortland, it primarily supports general aviation, flight training, and recreational flying with a single paved runway. The field is a convenient base for visitors to SUNY Cortland, Greek Peak, and the eastern Finger Lakes.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors often call ahead about after-hours fuel and transient parking, since services can be limited when the field is unattended; also watch for crosswinds on the single runway and nearby rising terrain.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is a short drive from downtown Cortland and SUNY Cortland via NY Route 222 and NY Route 13; a car is the most practical way to reach it. Rental cars and rideshare are limited in Cortland, so arrange a pickup or taxi in advance. For commercial flights, Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) is the nearest larger airport, roughly 30–40 minutes away.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Cortland County Chase Field have commercial airline service?
A: No. CTX is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger flights; the nearest commercial service is at Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH), about 30–40 minutes away.
Q: What runway and facilities does the airport have?
A: It has a single paved runway used by light aircraft, plus basic general aviation services such as fuel, tiedowns, and hangars. Check the current airport directory or NOTAMs for runway conditions, fuel hours, and fees before arrival.
Q: Can I fly in for SUNY Cortland or the Finger Lakes?
A: Yes. The airport is a short drive from SUNY Cortland and central Cortland, and it works well as a general aviation gateway to Greek Peak, the Finger Lakes, and nearby Ithaca.
Q: Is there a control tower or customs?
A: No. CTX is an uncontrolled field, and there is no U.S. customs facility; pilots should use standard traffic pattern procedures and plan customs at a designated port of entry if arriving from abroad.
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