Ely Airport Yelland Field (ELY)

Ely Airport Yelland Field (KELY) serves the remote city of Ely in east-central Nevada, positioned at coordinates 39.30° latitude and -114.84° longitude in the high desert Great Basin region, providing essential aviation access to this isolated mining and ranching community known for its copper mining history, railroad heritage, and proximity to some of Nevada's most pristine wilderness areas and archaeological sites. The airport operates as a vital transportation lifeline for this historic frontier town that serves as the commercial center for a vast rural area, supporting mining industry personnel, government officials, tourists, and residents accessing specialized services across the sparsely populated Nevada desert. The facility features basic terminal infrastructure designed to accommodate general aviation, charter flights, and emergency services serving the needs of the copper mining industry, cattle ranching operations, and outdoor recreation that define the local economy while providing critical access to medical and government services. The airport enables efficient transportation for mining workers supporting Nevada's significant copper production, ranchers managing large desert spreads, and adventure tourists accessing nearby Great Basin National Park, Ward Charcoal Ovens, and other attractions that showcase Nevada's mining heritage and dramatic desert landscapes. Operational services focus on supporting the essential transportation needs of remote Nevada communities while facilitating access to the mining resources, recreational opportunities, and frontier heritage that characterize the Great Basin region, demonstrating aviation's crucial role in connecting isolated areas to vital services. The airport represents indispensable infrastructure enabling economic survival and community continuity in the Nevada desert, where reliable air transportation supports mining operations, ranching activities, and tourism that celebrates the rugged independence and natural beauty of America's high desert frontier.