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Parker County Airport operates as a county aviation facility serving the Weatherford area in United States of America, providing essential aviation services for local transportation and specialized operations. The airport features basic facilities configured to support regional aircraft operations supporting community connectivity and emergency services.
Terminal facilities comprise fundamental aviation infrastructure appropriate for regional operations, featuring passenger processing areas and operational support designed for aircraft serving local transportation needs. The facility maintains necessary safety and operational standards for reliable aviation services.
Operational characteristics focus on regional air services, emergency medical evacuations, and specialized aviation operations supporting local community needs and government services. The airport provides vital connectivity where traditional ground transportation options may be limited.
Strategic importance encompasses supporting regional development, emergency services, and maintaining essential connections for communities while facilitating access to government services, healthcare, and economic opportunities in the region.
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Parker County Airport serves the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area as a privately-owned public-use facility located in Hudson Oaks, approximately 5 nautical miles east of Weatherford. The facility provides convenient access to Weatherford's downtown area and regional attractions while maintaining a quieter operational environment. Airport policy restricts transient student traffic, focusing on experienced pilots and local training operations. Night operations require pilots to activate runway lighting by clicking the microphone 3, 5, or 7 times for different intensity levels, with lights remaining on for 15 minutes. FBO services include aircraft tie-downs, hangar rentals, and coordination with local maintenance providers.
The facility operates without an air traffic control tower, making radio coordination essential for safe operations. The nearest commercial service airports are Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) 35 miles east and Dallas Love Field (DAL) 40 miles southeast for airline connections. Weather conditions in north Texas require attention to severe thunderstorms during spring and early summer, with occasional winter ice events affecting operations. Ground transportation includes rental cars, taxis, and courtesy vehicles for accessing Weatherford and surrounding Parker County communities.
The airport serves corporate aviation, private aircraft owners, and flight training activities in the growing Dallas-Fort Worth region. The airport features a 2,892-foot asphalt runway with low-intensity edge lighting operated through pilot-controlled lighting systems activated on CTAF frequency 122. 700 MHz. The airport operates in Central Standard Time (CST, UTC-6/UTC-5 during DST) with elevation 909 feet MSL requiring density altitude calculations during high temperature operations. Fuel services, maintenance, and hangar facilities support the local aviation community.
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Pro Traveler Secrets
• Runway lights are pilot-controlled; click the mic seven times on 122.8 MHz when arriving after dusk.
• Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.
• Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.
• Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.
• Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport.
Quick Facts
Minimum domestic connection:
35 minutes
International connections:
65 minutes
Interline transfers:
100 minutes
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