โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Sher-Wood Airport (IATA: PWD, ICAO: KPWD, FAA LID: PWD) is a public-use airport located one nautical mile northeast of Plentywood, Montana, covering 600 acres at an elevation of 2,263 feet MSL. Owned jointly by the city and county, this general aviation facility serves Sheridan County in Montana's far northeast corner, just south of the Canadian border. The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems classifies Sher-Wood Airport as a general aviation facility serving local and regional aviation needs.
The airport operates three runways in good condition: a reconstructed primary asphalt runway 12-30 with full parallel taxiway and enhanced lighting systems, plus two turf runways providing crosswind capabilities. Ground facilities include 24-hour self-service fuel pumps accepting credit cards, aircraft tie-down areas, and hangar facilities. Nine aircraft are based on the field, including ultralights and single-engine airplanes, contributing to diverse general aviation operations including local flying, military exercises, air taxi services, and transient general aviation activities.
The modern pilot house contains comfortable seating, restroom facilities, telephone services, and instructions for obtaining keys to the airport's courtesy car for transportation to downtown Plentywood. Weather briefing capabilities and flight planning areas support visiting pilots, while the facility operates without ramp or landing fees, reflecting its community-focused approach to aviation services. Pilot-activated lighting systems and self-service fuel operations accommodate 24-hour aircraft operations under Montana's challenging seasonal weather conditions.
Strategically located near the 24-hour Canadian border crossing, Sher-Wood Airport supports agricultural aviation including crop dusting for Sheridan County's farming operations, emergency medical transport, law enforcement activities, and cross-border general aviation traffic. The facility serves as a critical link for business aviation connecting this remote region to Montana's urban centers, recreational flying, and emergency services including medical evacuations and search and rescue missions throughout northeastern Montana's Hi-Line corridor.
๐ Connection Tips
Sher-Wood Airport (PWD) serves the town of Plentywood and Sheridan County in the far northeast corner of Montana. It handles NO scheduled commercial airline passenger flights. It primarily serves private pilots, agribusiness charters, and visiting aircraft for the local livestock and energy industries near the Canadian border.
Ground transport is limited; there is no public transit or taxi rank directly serving the terminal. Travelers should pre-arrange a pickup from a local contact or walk the short distance to town (approx. 1 mile west). Rental cars are not available on-site and must be arranged from nearby larger hubs for delivery.
That is why the airport matters to ranch and county travel in the Fort Peck region: it gives local pilots and visitors a maintained landing point with a short road leg into the settlement. The field is small, but it solves the distance problem very well. In a district this spread out, a short transfer is the whole advantage. Sher-Wood is best treated as a Plentywood access field, so the ground plan is usually a local car or a pre-arranged pickup from the town side rather than expecting commercial transport to assemble at the airfield. In practice, that makes the airport valuable to local ranch, business, and emergency travel because the town pickup is easier to plan than a commercial ride.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
75
minutes
International โ Domestic
75
minutes
International โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is the primary international airport serving New Mexico, located just three miles southeast of downtown Albuquerque. The airport boasts a distinctive Pueblo-style architectural terminal, which is both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. This single, multi-level terminal efficiently manages all arrivals and departures, featuring a logical layout designed for passenger convenience. The lower level is dedicated to arriving passengers, housing baggage claim areas (three in total to serve Concourses A and B) and providing direct exits to ground transportation.
The upper level of the terminal is the departure zone, where travelers will find airline ticketing counters, security checkpoints, and access to the two main concourses, Concourse A and Concourse B. Concourse A primarily serves American Airlines, Delta, and United, while Southwest Airlines predominantly operates out of Concourse B. The terminal has a total of 22 gates, ensuring ample capacity for its scheduled domestic flights and limited international services. Recent upgrades include a TSA Checkpoint Terminal Connector Project, which has enhanced security screening with up to four lanes and modern passenger amenities like new escalators and elevators.
Amenities at ABQ are comprehensive for a regional international facility. Passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, numerous charging stations, a variety of shops (including those offering local artisanal gifts), and diverse dining options ranging from cafes and fast-food outlets to restaurants serving New Mexican cuisine. Additional facilities like a Meditation Room and an observation deck contribute to a comfortable travel experience, complemented by a notable art collection displayed throughout the terminal.
๐ Connection Tips
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) offers excellent ground transportation connectivity just 3 miles southeast of downtown. ABQ RIDE provides completely free bus service (fare-free since November 2023) with Route 50 connecting the airport to downtown via Union Square Bus Station every 15-30 minutes, taking just 24 minutes total - the bus stop is conveniently located on the lower level at the west end of the shuttle island. Route 50 also connects to the Alvarado Transportation Center downtown where passengers can transfer to the New Mexico Rail Runner Express.
Rail Runner connections are enhanced through Route 350 (Railrunner Connecting bus) and free bus transfers when you have a valid Rail Runner ticket purchased in advance online or via mobile app - otherwise pay the driver a $1 fare each way. Official taxi service is available with fares starting at $35 to downtown Albuquerque through companies like ABQ Metro Taxi (505-450-8580) and Aspen Rides (505-388-3692). Ride-sharing via Uber and Lyft requires pre-booking as street hailing is not permitted.
For Santa Fe destinations, Groome Transportation operates 30 daily trips taking 75 minutes with variable pricing, while RoadRunner Charter provides door-to-door service to Santa Fe and Los Alamos areas. The Rail Runner Express connects Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Belen with convenient airport shuttle connections. Recent December 2025 improvements under the ABQ RIDE Forward Network Plan enhanced transit connectivity throughout the metropolitan area.
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