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La Porte Municipal Airport (LPO/KPPO) is a city-owned public-use general aviation airport located about 3 miles southwest of downtown La Porte, Indiana. It serves private, business, and recreational pilots in northwest Indiana with a paved primary runway and a turf crosswind runway, plus basic fuel and hangar/tiedown facilities. The field is a convenient base for exploring the Indiana Dunes, Lake Michigan, and the South Bend–Michigan City area.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call ahead to confirm FBO/terminal hours and fuel availability, especially after hours or on weekends; the airport can be quiet, and some services are self-serve. Also check NOTAMs for the turf runway, which may be closed seasonally or after heavy rain.
🚖 Getting There
There is no scheduled public transit or airline shuttle at the airport, so plan to drive, take a taxi, or use a rideshare from La Porte or Michigan City. The field is close to US-35 and I-80/I-90 (Indiana Toll Road), making it easy to reach by car, and on-site parking is available. If you need a rental car, arrange it in La Porte or Michigan City in advance, as the airport itself does not have on-site rental counters.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for La Porte Municipal Airport?
A: The airport uses IATA code LPO, ICAO code KPPO, and FAA identifier PPO.
Q: Does La Porte Municipal Airport offer commercial airline service?
A: No. It is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger flights; it primarily serves private, business, and flight-training aircraft.
Q: What services are available at KPPO?
A: Expect basic general aviation services such as self-serve 100LL fuel, tiedowns, hangars, and a pilot lounge or terminal area. Services may be limited or self-serve, so call ahead for current hours and availability.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown La Porte?
A: It is roughly a 5- to 10-minute drive from downtown La Porte, located just southwest of the city near US-35 and the Indiana Toll Road.
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