Oscoda Wurtsmith Airport (OSC)

Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport (OSC) is a public-use aviation facility located in Oscoda, Michigan, on the site of the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base. The airport features a dedicated passenger terminal building situated in the southeast quadrant of the airfield, primarily serving private, corporate, and cargo aviation. It is a significant regional hub, hosting large-scale aircraft maintenance operations for companies like Kalitta Air. The terminal infrastructure provides basic essential amenities for travelers and pilots, including a functional waiting room, public restrooms, and a dedicated weather terminal for flight planning. While the building operates during standard business hours from Monday to Friday, it features a specialized secure access system for pilots requiring after-hours entry. There are no on-site commercial dining or retail outlets, with most visitors utilizing the extensive services available in downtown Oscoda, just 3 miles away. Technical services at the field are centered on a 24-hour self-service fueling station offering both 100LL and Jet-A+, managed by the on-site FBO, Phoenix Aviation Services. The airport is notable for its substantial 11,801-foot concrete runway (07/25), which is one of the longest in Michigan and capable of handling heavy wide-body aircraft. Additionally, the airport grounds are home to the Wurtsmith Air Museum, which preserves the military and civil aviation history of the region.