Campbell Army Airfield (Fort Campbell) (HOP)

Campbell Army Airfield (HOP), also known as Fort Campbell, is a premier military aviation installation situated on the border of Kentucky and Tennessee, primarily serving the city of Fort Campbell and the nearby metropolitan area of Clarksville. As the operational home of the legendary 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), famously known as the "Screaming Eagles," and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), the airfield is one of the most strategically significant military hubs in the United States. Its massive infrastructure includes two primary runways, one of which exceeds 11,800 feet in length, capable of accommodating the largest military transport aircraft in the world, including the C-5 Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III. The military passenger terminal, managed by Air Mobility Command (AMC) protocols, is a specialized facility designed to handle the deployment and redeployment of thousands of troops, as well as Space-Available (Space-A) travel for eligible military personnel and their families. The terminal's layout is functional and secure, featuring large staging areas, military administrative counters, and specialized baggage handling zones capable of managing heavy tactical gear. While primarily an operational military site, the terminal provides a professional environment for travelers, with seating areas and essential military service desks. Navigation within the airfield is strictly controlled, and the transition from the passenger terminal to the aircraft parking ramps is managed via secure military transport or coordinated walking groups. Facilities at Campbell Army Airfield are tailored to the needs of the military community. The terminal area includes essential amenities such as a small flight kitchen or snack kiosk, restrooms, and a dedicated Space-A information center. Detailed communications and flight operations are managed from a state-of-the-art control tower that operates 24/7. Because the airfield is located within a restricted military installation, access is limited to Department of Defense (DoD) ID cardholders and vetted visitors. The facility is equipped with high-intensity runway lighting and advanced navigational aids to support continuous all-weather operations for the hundreds of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft based on-site.