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Winkler County Airport (INK/KINK) is a public general-aviation airport serving Wink and surrounding Winkler County in West Texas, about 3 miles southeast of downtown Wink. Located in the Permian Basin oil region, it has two paved runways and no scheduled airline service, handling private, business, and charter aircraft. The field is also used for flight training, agricultural operations, and occasional emergency/medevac flights.
💡 Local Tip
INK can be quiet and sometimes unattended, so call ahead for fuel, after-hours access, and restroom availability; also, Wink is Roy Orbison's hometown, and the small Roy Orbison Museum downtown is a worthwhile local stop.
🚖 Getting There
Ground transportation is limited in Wink, so arrange a rental car, taxi/rideshare, or a prearranged pickup before you arrive. By road, the airport is a short drive southeast of downtown Wink via local roads and TX-302. If you need more rental-car options or public transit connections, plan to use Odessa or Midland as your gateway.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Winkler County Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. INK is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airlines; travelers to the region typically use Midland International Air & Space Port (MAF) or Odessa-Schlemeyer Field (ODO) for commercial flights.
Q: What are the airport codes for Winkler County Airport?
A: IATA: INK; ICAO: KINK; FAA LID: INK.
Q: What runways and services are available at INK?
A: The airport has two paved runways, 13/31 and 4/22, with basic general aviation facilities. Fuel and tiedown availability can vary, so check NOTAMs and call ahead before arrival.
Q: How far is Winkler County Airport from Odessa and Midland?
A: It is roughly 50 miles west of Odessa and about 65 miles west-southwest of Midland, making it convenient for oilfield and private aviation in the Permian Basin.
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