George R. Carr Memorial Air Field (BXA)

George R. Carr Memorial Air Field (BXA) is a vital general aviation facility serving the city of Bogalusa and the wider Washington Parish region in southeastern Louisiana. Situated approximately two miles north of the city center, the airport provides a critical transportation node for the region’s significant timber and paper mill industries. It serves as a primary aerial gateway for private pilots, corporate executives, and specialized technical contractors, connecting this part of rural Louisiana with major regional hubs like New Orleans and Baton Rouge. The airport operates through a recently renovated administration and terminal building that manages a steady flow of general aviation and air taxi traffic. The facility is designed for functional efficiency and pilot comfort, featuring a professional visitor lobby and a dedicated pilots' lounge equipped with satellite TV, reclining seating, and dedicated weather monitoring computers. Bogalusa Airport, Inc. operates as the city-owned Fixed-Base Operator (FBO), providing high-quality ground handling and concierge services for both locally based and visiting aircraft. Infrastructure at George R. Carr Memorial is meticulously maintained to support its status as a key regional airfield, featuring a primary 5,002-foot asphalt runway designated 18/36. The airfield is equipped with pilot-controlled medium-intensity lighting and precision approach indicators, ensuring safe all-hours operations for a variety of aircraft from single-engine planes to business jets. The facility offers 24-hour self-service fueling for both 100LL and Jet-A aircraft, as well as on-site airframe and powerplant maintenance services, making it a preferred choice for regional logistics and private aircraft owners. Ground transportation at BXA is straightforward, with central Bogalusa located just a five-to-ten-minute drive from the terminal entrance. Arriving travelers can access local taxi services or utilize major ride-sharing apps for quick transfers to nearby hotels and industrial sites. While there are no established public bus routes directly serving the airfield, the airport is well-integrated with the regional road network via Highway 21, providing easy access for those driving private or rental vehicles. Ample parking is available directly adjacent to the main terminal building, ensuring that the facility remains a highly accessible and cost-effective node for regional travel.