Beauregard Regional Airport (DRI)

Beauregard Regional Airport (KDRI) serves as Louisiana's largest general aviation facility, owned by Beauregard Parish and located three nautical miles southwest of DeRidder's central business district at 202 feet elevation on 4,300 acres of operational space. The airport operates with dual runways: the primary runway 18/36 measuring 5,494 by 100 feet with asphalt/concrete surface, and runway 14/32 extending 4,218 by 60 feet with asphalt surface, designed to accommodate a wide range of private jets, fractional ownership aircraft, and general aviation operations serving southwest Louisiana. The historic terminal facility operates from a preserved World War II hangar that serves dual functions as both the main hangar and passenger terminal, reflecting the airport's rich military heritage as a bombardment and fighter training facility from 1942-1945. This unique architectural feature provides spacious aircraft storage, maintenance capabilities, and essential passenger amenities including waiting areas, flight planning facilities, customs processing for international private flights, and comprehensive services for fractional jet operators and private aviation clients. As a key general aviation hub for the region, Beauregard Regional Airport offers full-service FBO operations including fuel services, aircraft maintenance, hangar rentals, and ground transportation coordination, supporting corporate aviation, emergency medical services, flight training, and recreational flying activities. The facility's strategic location provides convenient access to Louisiana's timber industry, petrochemical operations, and recreational destinations while maintaining the operational flexibility and personalized service that distinguishes it as the state's premier general aviation destination.