Sherman Army Airfield

Overhead satellite photo of Sherman Army Air Field

The City of Leavenworth has a joint-use agreement with the Department of the Army for the use of Sherman Army Airfield at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. The airfield is located on Fort Leavenworth, approximately one mile north of the City of Leavenworth. Although this is a military airfield, civilian access is unlimited. 
 
Sherman Army Airfield has Runway 15-33 that is 5905' x 100' and is capable of accepting wheel loads beginning at 32,000 lbs. The runway can accommodate loads up to a dual double tandem (99,000 lbs). The airport features VASI approach lighting and pilot-operated runway/taxiway lights for night use. The runway has four, non-precision approaches for all weather conditions. An on-site automated weather observation station (AWOS) provides current and accurate weather conditions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 
The airport is staffed with a competent fixed based operator (FBO) that offers a variety of aviation services. Some services provided include aircraft fueling (Jet A, 100LL), catering, tie down/hangar space, rental cars, computerized flight planning, aircraft repair and parts. The airport has daily operations of military, corporate and private aircraft. More AirNav info here.