Clinton Sherman Airport (CSM)

Clinton Sherman Airport (CSM/KCSM), officially known as the Oklahoma Air & Space Port, is a unique and significant aviation facility located in Burns Flat, Oklahoma, serving the Western Oklahoma region. Originally established as a primary B-52 bomber base during the Cold War, the airport is now a licensed commercial spaceport and a major center for aerospace research, flight testing, and industrial aviation. It plays a vital role in the national aerospace infrastructure, providing one of the most capable facilities in the United States for large-scale aircraft operations and space launch development.

The terminal building is a functional facility that serves as the administrative center for the spaceport and a welcome point for visiting aviators and aerospace personnel. Inside, travelers will find basic amenities including a pilot's lounge with comfortable seating, a flight planning area, and clean restroom facilities. While the airport does not support regular scheduled commercial airline service, the terminal is designed to handle the needs of transient military and civilian crews efficiently. Amenities at CSM include high-speed Wi-Fi and a selection of informational materials about the facility's history and its future as a spaceport.

Operational capacity at Clinton Sherman is exceptionally robust, featuring one of the longest runways in the world (17R/35L) measuring an impressive 13,502 feet in length. This massive concrete runway is capable of supporting the largest aircraft in existence, including heavy military transports and formerly served as a designated alternate landing site for NASA's space shuttle. The airport also offers comprehensive support services, including large-scale hangar storage and specialized maintenance facilities. For ground transportation, the airport is located near major Oklahoma thoroughfares, with private vehicle transfers available to transport visitors to nearby cities like Clinton and Elk City.