Prineville Airport (PRZ)

Prineville Airport (PRZ) is a primary general aviation facility located in Crook County, Oregon, approximately 3 miles southwest of the city center. The airport operates from a modern 2,300-square-foot passenger terminal building completed in 2008, which serves as the central hub for private pilots, corporate charters, and recreational flyers. It acts as a critical infrastructure link for Central Oregon, providing a professional base for flight operations and administrative support managed directly by the City of Prineville.

The terminal infrastructure provides essential amenities for travelers and flight crews, including a comfortable passenger lounge, professional conference rooms, and a dedicated flight planning area equipped with free high-speed Wi-Fi. Travelers have access to clean restroom facilities (including a shower), on-site vending machines for refreshments, and a 24-hour coded entry system for pilots arriving after standard business hours. While the building lacks a full-service restaurant, its compact and high-efficiency layout ensures a professional environment for both local and transient aviation users.

Technical services at the field are comprehensive, managed by the on-site FBO, Hood Aero, which provides 24-hour self-service fueling for both 100LL Avgas and Jet A via a secure credit card system. The airport features a substantial 5,405-foot primary asphalt runway (11/29) equipped with modern PAPI lights, alongside a secondary 4,054-foot crosswind strip. Ground transportation is well-supported by a complimentary courtesy car available for short-term pilot use and pre-arranged rental services, providing a quick 10 to 15-minute link to the city's main districts and the diverse natural attractions of the Ochoco National Forest.