Fulton County Airport–Brown Field (FTY)

Fulton County Airport–Brown Field (FTY), also known as Charlie Brown Field, is a premier general aviation and corporate hub serving the Atlanta metropolitan area. Located just six nautical miles west of downtown Atlanta, it is the third-busiest airport in the region and one of only two facilities in metro Atlanta with a 24/7 air traffic control tower. The airport features a primary 5,796-foot asphalt runway and acts as a critical reliever for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, specifically catering to business jets and private charters. The airport provides world-class terminal facilities through its resident Fixed-Base Operators (FBOs), Hill Aircraft and Signature Aviation. Hill Aircraft, established in 1955, is the longest-running FBO in Atlanta and offers executive lounges, concierge services, and comprehensive aircraft maintenance. Signature Aviation provides 24-hour security, premium business centers, and a wide array of passenger amenities including quiet rooms, showers, and on-site rental car services. The airport is a preferred choice for Fortune 500 companies, with approximately 90% of its annual operations being corporate business flights, and many major firms maintaining private hangars on the field. While there is no scheduled commercial airline service at FTY, the airport is a bustling center for regional charter operations and flight training. Ground transportation is well-supported by its strategic location at the interchange of Interstates 20 and 285, offering rapid access to Atlanta's central business district. Travelers can utilize pre-arranged limousines, taxis, and ride-sharing services, and the facility is also served by local MARTA bus route 73. For those requiring scheduled commercial flights, the massive Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is located approximately 15 miles to the southeast.