Cuyahoga County Airport (CGF)

Cuyahoga County Airport (CGF), also known by its ICAO code KCGF and officially named Robert D. Shea Field, is a premier general aviation facility serving the Cleveland metropolitan area. Located approximately 10 miles east of downtown Cleveland in Richmond Heights, the airport acts as a primary 'reliever' for Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE), providing a sophisticated and less congested alternative for corporate jets, private pilots, and executive travel. The facility is owned and operated by Cuyahoga County and is recognized as one of the busiest general aviation hubs in Ohio. The airport's infrastructure is centered around a well-appointed main terminal and several world-class Fixed Base Operators (FBOs), including the Cleveland Jet Center and Skyway Aviation. These FBOs provide a luxury experience for private travelers, featuring elegant passenger lounges, high-speed Wi-Fi, and fully equipped business centers with conference rooms. For pilots, the facilities include dedicated flight planning areas, snooze rooms, and shower facilities to ensure comfort during long missions. The airfield features a robust 5,102-foot asphalt runway (06/24) capable of handling a wide variety of business jets, including the Gulfstream and Bombardier Challenger series. Currently, Cuyahoga County Airport is a major operational base for over 200 aircraft and acts as a central node for several large-scale corporate flight departments, most notably serving as a primary hub for Flexjet. While the airport does not host scheduled commercial airline services, it is a bustling center for air taxi operations and private charters connecting Cleveland with major business centers across North America. Ground transportation is well-integrated, with on-site rental car services from major brands like Hertz and Enterprise, as well as chauffeur-driven transfers to the Cleveland Clinic, University Circle, and the central business district. Its role as a high-capacity regional airfield makes it an indispensable asset for the Northeast Ohio corporate community.