Walnut Ridge Regional Airport (ARG)

Walnut Ridge Regional Airport (ARG) is a general aviation and industrial airport located in Lawrence County, Arkansas. While it lacks scheduled commercial passenger service, the facility is well-known in the aviation world for its role in aircraft storage, dismantling, and recycling; travelers flying over the area will often spot rows of retired airliners parked on the disused runways. Historically, the airfield served as a Marine Corps Air Facility during World War II and famously hosted a brief stopover by The Beatles in 1964. The terminal building functions primarily as a base for Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services and airport administration.

Operations at Walnut Ridge are focused on general aviation, agricultural flying, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) activities. There are no security checkpoints or boarding gates for the general public. Pilots and crew members utilize the FBO facilities for fueling, flight planning, and rest. The airport features extensive runways remaining from its military past, allowing it to accommodate large jets that fly in for maintenance or retirement.

For visitors and aviation enthusiasts, the airport offers unique amenities related to its history. The "Wings of Honor" World War II Museum is located on the airport grounds, preserving the history of the base and its personnel. While the famous "Parachute Inn" restaurant (housed in a converted Boeing 737) has closed, the museum remains a significant draw. For basic needs, the terminal provides a lounge and vending machines, but extensive dining and accommodation are found in the nearby town of Walnut Ridge.