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David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH/KDWH) is a public general aviation reliever airport serving northwest Houston from its location near Tomball and Spring, Texas. Named for David Wayne Hooks, it handles private, business, flight-training, and emergency-service aircraft rather than scheduled airline service. Its multiple runways and on-field FBOs make it a key gateway for local and transient GA traffic.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to check the automated weather and NOTAMs before departing for DWH, as student training and transient traffic can make the pattern busy on clear weekends; calling the FBO ahead helps with parking, fuel, and after-hours access.
🚖 Getting There
By car, reach the airport from SH 249/Tomball Parkway or FM 2920 via Stuebner Airline Road; rideshare, taxi, and rental cars are the main options since there is no direct public transit to the terminal. From George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), allow roughly 25-40 minutes via the Sam Houston Tollway and SH 249. From downtown Houston, plan 30-45 minutes depending on rush-hour traffic.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport?
A: The airport uses IATA code DWH, ICAO code KDWH, and FAA identifier DWH.
Q: Does David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport offer commercial airline flights?
A: No. It is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airline service; it supports private, business, flight training, and emergency aircraft.
Q: How far is David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport from downtown Houston?
A: It is about 25-30 miles northwest of downtown Houston, typically a 30-45 minute drive depending on traffic.
Q: What services are available at KDWH?
A: On-field FBOs typically provide fuel, hangar/tie-down parking, flight instruction, aircraft maintenance, and courtesy/rental cars; check with individual providers for hours and availability.
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