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Dansville Municipal Airport (DSV/KDSV) is a public general aviation airport located one mile northwest of Dansville, New York, in the Finger Lakes region. It features a single 3,500-foot asphalt runway and is best known as the launch site for the annual New York State Festival of Balloons each Labor Day weekend. The airport offers basic services for private pilots and is a convenient gateway to Letchworth State Park and the surrounding Genesee Valley.
💡 Local Tip
During the New York State Festival of Balloons, the airport is packed with balloonists and spectators; if you're flying in, plan to arrive early and expect a temporary control tower and possible ramp restrictions. Otherwise, the quietest time to visit is weekday mornings.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is about 1 mile northwest of downtown Dansville, but there is no public transit. Taxis and rental cars can be arranged from town; many pilots drive their own vehicles. From Interstate 390, take exit 4 and follow NY-36 north to Airport Road.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Dansville Municipal Airport?
A: No commercial airlines serve DSV; it is a general aviation airport for private and recreational flying.
Q: What is the runway length and surface?
A: The airport has one runway, 14/32, which is 3,500 feet long and 75 feet wide with an asphalt surface.
Q: Is fuel available at the airport?
A: Yes, self-serve 100LL avgas is available. There may also be Jet A, but check ahead.
Q: What is there to do near the airport?
A: The airport is a short drive from Letchworth State Park, known as the 'Grand Canyon of the East,' and downtown Dansville offers dining and lodging.
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