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Ephrata Municipal Airport (EPH/KEPH) is a public general-aviation airport about two miles northeast of Ephrata in Grant County, Washington. Originally developed as Ephrata Army Air Base during World War II, it now serves private, business, and emergency aircraft with three runways and a non-towered environment. Its location in the Columbia Basin makes it a convenient stop for flights across central Washington.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors check density altitude on hot summer afternoons and call ahead for transient hangar space, since Ephrata can be quiet and services may be unattended.
🚖 Getting There
By car, take SR 17 or SR 28 into Ephrata and follow airport signs to the northeast side of town; the drive from downtown is about 5 minutes. Public transit and rideshare options are very limited, so arrange a taxi, rental car, or courtesy ride in advance. For airline connections, Wenatchee–Pangborn Memorial (EAT) is about 45 minutes west and Spokane International (GEG) is about 1.5–2 hours east.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Ephrata Municipal Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. EPH is a general-aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airline service; the nearest scheduled service is generally at Wenatchee–Pangborn Memorial (EAT) or Spokane International (GEG).
Q: What facilities and services are available?
A: The airport offers paved runways, taxiways, tiedowns, hangars, and fuel; services can be limited, so call ahead for current fuel, maintenance, and after-hours access.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown Ephrata?
A: It is about 2 miles northeast of downtown Ephrata, roughly a 5-minute drive.
Q: Is the airport towered?
A: No, KEPH is non-towered; pilots use CTAF and standard traffic-pattern procedures.
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