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The Ohio State University Airport – Don Scott Field (OSU/KOSU) is a public general aviation reliever airport about 10 miles northwest of downtown Columbus, Ohio. Named for Don Scott, an Ohio State football player and WWII pilot, it serves flight training, corporate, and private aircraft, with no scheduled airline service. It is owned by Ohio State University and is a busy base for university aviation programs.
💡 Local Tip
Weekday mornings and afternoons are often busy with student pilot traffic, so visiting pilots should expect pattern congestion and check the ATIS before calling ground. If you need fuel after hours, confirm self-serve availability in advance.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is easiest to reach by car via I-270 or SR-315 and West Case Road; parking is available on-site. Rideshare, taxi, and hotel shuttles are the most practical options, as direct public transit to the terminal area is limited. Allow extra time during weekday afternoon rush hour because nearby Sawmill Road and I-270 can be congested.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does OSU airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. It is a general aviation reliever airport; the nearest commercial service is at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Q: What is the airport named after?
A: Don Scott Field honors Don Scott, a former Ohio State football player and U.S. Army Air Forces pilot who died in a WWII training crash.
Q: Can anyone fly into KOSU?
A: Yes, it is a public airport, but pilots should review current NOTAMs, Class D airspace procedures, and parking/fuel availability before arrival.
Q: What services are available?
A: Expect flight training, fuel, hangars/tie-downs, and general aviation support; there are no airline gates or major rental car counters.
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