๐บ๐ธ Enterprise, United States of America
Enterprise Municipal Airport (KEDN) operates with a single asphalt runway 05/23 measuring 5,080 by 100 feet (1,548 x 30 meters) at 361 feet elevation, covering 90 acres with comprehensive lighting including REIL, PAPI, and MIRL systems operating from dusk to 2330 hours with pilot-activated lighting thereafter. Located 3 miles west of Enterprise, the airport serves as a vital support facility for nearby Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), receiving approach and departure services from Cairns Army Air Field and coordinating with Jacksonville ARTCC when military approach control is closed.
The airport features a modern 3,000-square-foot terminal building equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, a pilot's lounge with theater-style seating, state-of-the-art conference room facilities, and essential aviation services including JET A-1 fuel and aircraft maintenance support. The facility provides courtesy vehicle service for transient pilots visiting Enterprise's historic downtown area, including the famous Boll Weevil Monument, while maintaining professional FBO operations supporting both civilian and military contractor aviation needs.
Operational capabilities focus on general aviation, corporate charter flights, agricultural aviation, and military contractor support serving Fort Novosel's extensive helicopter training operations. With no scheduled commercial airline service, the airport serves as a crucial link for military personnel, agricultural professionals, and business travelers accessing southeastern Alabama's farming and defense industry sectors, operating under strict coordination with military airspace due to intensive Army aviation training activities in the surrounding area.
Enterprise Municipal Airport (ETS) is a premier general aviation hub serving southeastern Alabamaโs 'City of Progress' and the surrounding Coffee County region. For travelers and pilots, a critical connection tip is recognizing its status as a vital support node for the nearby Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), the home of U. S. Army Aviation. The airfield features impressive infrastructure, including a 5,100-foot primary paved runway (05/23) that is frequently used by military contractors, governmental charters, and private aviators. A standout feature for visitors is the 3,000-square-foot terminal building, which offers a professional and comfortable environment with high-speed Wi-Fi, a modern pilot's lounge featuring theater-style seating, and a state-of-the-art conference room for on-site business meetings.
Uniquely, the airport provides a 'courtesy vehicle' for transient pilots, offering a seamless way to reach the Enterprise city centerโjust 3 miles awayโto visit the historic Boll Weevil Monument or enjoy local dining. Ground transportation otherwise relies on pre-arranged private vehicles, as on-demand ride-share presence can be limited. It is important to note that ETS does not host scheduled commercial airline services; most visitors flying commercially into the area utilize Dothan Regional Airport (DHN), located about 30 miles to the east. A critical safety tip for pilots is maintaining extreme situational awareness for heavy military helicopter training activity in the surrounding airspace.
Arriving at least 60 minutes before your private or charter departure is recommended to navigate the facility. Always confirm local airfield status and fuel availability with the airport manager before arrival. ETS remains a professional and highly convenient entry point into the agricultural and military heart of southeastern Alabama.
โข Transient pilots can use the courtesy vehicle for trips into Enterprise.
โข Watch for intensive Fort Novosel helicopter training near the field.
โข Arrive an hour early and confirm fuel before private departures.
โข Use Dothan Regional for airline service; ETS is general aviation only.
โข The pilot lounge and conference room suit quick business stops.
Minimum domestic connection:
30 minutes
International connections:
60 minutes
Interline transfers:
90 minutes
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