Jefferson Municipal Airport (EFW)

Jefferson Municipal Airport (EFW) is a public-use general aviation facility located two miles east of the central business district of Jefferson in Greene County, Iowa. The airport features a primary 4,100-foot concrete runway (14/32) and a secondary 1,696-foot turf runway (18/36). It serves as an essential hub for local business travel, agricultural aviation, and private pilots in central Iowa, providing a convenient gateway to the Greene County region and the nearby Mahanay Bell Tower. The terminal facilities are owned and operated by the City of Jefferson and provide a functional environment for visiting pilots and passengers. The terminal building includes a comfortable waiting lounge, basic flight planning resources, and restroom facilities. The city-operated Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) provides essential services including 24-hour self-service 100LL aviation fuel and tie-down space for transient aircraft. While the terminal is not continuously manned, it is designed to offer 'small-town amenities' and remains accessible to pilots around the clock via standard general aviation protocols. As a general aviation airport, there are no scheduled commercial airline services at EFW. Travelers using the facility typically arrive via private or chartered aircraft and can utilize a courtesy car provided by the city for short trips into Jefferson. For those requiring longer-term transport, rental car arrangements can be made through providers in town for delivery to the terminal. The airport is conveniently located near State Highway 4 and US Highway 30, offering easy access to the surrounding communities. For commercial flight connections, the nearest major hub is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), located approximately 65 miles to the southeast.