Fort Worth Spinks Airport (FWS) | Private Jet Hub Near Fort Worth

Fort Worth Spinks at a Glance

Fort Worth Spinks Airport (KFWS/FWS) is a City of Fort Worth-owned reliever 14 NM south of downtown, near Burleson. Its primary Runway 18R/36L runs 6,002 ft of asphalt, comfortably handling light, midsize, and many super-midsize business jets. A parallel turf strip (18L/36R, 3,660 ft) serves light aircraft in daytime VFR. The field is towered (0700-2200 local), offers RNAV approaches, and is served by full-service FBO Vesper Aviation. No customs on field; 100LL and Jet-A available.

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Fort Worth Spinks Airport, 170 Spinks Rd, Burleson, TX 76028

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Fort Worth Spinks Airport
ICAO Code	KFWS
IATA Code	FWS
FAA Identifier	FWS
Address	170 Spinks Rd, Burleson, TX 76028
Elevation	700 ft MSL
Coordinates	32.5652° N, 97.3085° W
Owner / Operator	City of Fort Worth
Phone	+1-817-392-5550
FAA Data	AirNav FWS

Operations & Facilities
Runways	17/35: 4,000 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Spinks Airport Services
Customs	No
Fuel	100LL, Jet-A (limited)
Hours	Sunrise to Sunset
Approaches	RNAV, Visual
Tower / Freq	Uncontrolled — CTAF 123.05
Weight Limit	None published; turf strip light aircraft only
Annual Operations	40,000+

Runways & Approaches

Fort Worth Spinks operates two parallel runways. The primary Runway 18R/36L is 6,002 ft of asphalt in good condition, making it a genuinely jet-capable field rather than a piston-only strip. Citation, Phenom, Learjet, and King Air aircraft operate here routinely, and many midsize and super-midsize jets (Citation Latitude/Longitude, Challenger 350, Gulfstream G150-class) can use the field with standard performance planning for weight, temperature, and the 700 ft MSL elevation.

The second runway, 18L/36R, is a 3,660 ft turf strip restricted to daytime VFR operations in dry conditions and used by light general-aviation aircraft only. The airport is towered (Tower 124.625, Ground 119.475, roughly 0700-2200 local) and reverts to CTAF when the tower is closed. Published RNAV (GPS) instrument approaches serve the asphalt runway. Density altitude is a minor factor at this elevation, but operators of heavier jets in summer heat should still verify takeoff and landing distance against the available 6,002 ft.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Vesper Aviation

The full-service FBO at Spinks (formerly Harrison Aviation). Jet-A and 100LL fuel, 24-hour line service with NATA Safety 1st-trained technicians, transient hangar and ramp space, concierge, rental cars, catering, and crew amenities. Phone +1-817-447-8016.

Spinks Flight Center

On-field general-aviation operation providing flight training, light-aircraft services, and tenant support alongside the primary FBO.

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Aircraft Registered in FORT WORTH (1852)

1852 aircraft are registered to owners in FORT WORTH, TX according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 1852. Track live flights from FWS →

N1003Q

PIPER PA-32R-300

N1015M

CESSNA 150J

N1016X

MOONEY M20M · 2000

N101VW

CESSNA 750 · 1996

N1024M

CESSNA 182P · 1975

N102AD

CESSNA 441 · 1983

N102BF

BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON CANADA 429 · 2013

N103BW

WILSON BILLY C RV-6 · 2002

N103M

MICHAEL A GLEASON VANS RV-8

N1042P

HUGHES TH-55A · 1986

N1046Z

COUGAR WB-1 · 1970

N1053D

CESSNA 195A · 1951

N1058L

LAKE LA-4-200 · 1974

N106DE

SCHEMPP-HIRTH VENTUS-2B · 2002

N107KB

EXTRA FLUGZEUGPRODUKTIONS-UND EA 300/LT · 2013

N107US

AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A320-214 · 1999

N108GR

BELL TEXTRON CANADA LTD 407

N108NN

AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A321-231 · 2014

N108TX

DJI PHANTOM 4

N108UW

AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A320-214 · 1999

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Self-Service	$4.80 – $5.50/gal	Limited Jet-A availability

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Fort Worth Spinks Airport (KFWS/FWS) is a public-use reliever owned by the City of Fort Worth, sitting about 14 nautical miles south of downtown near Burleson in Tarrant County. It was developed to relieve traffic from Meacham and other metroplex fields and today functions as a practical, low-congestion gateway to south Fort Worth, Burleson, and the southern DFW suburbs. The field elevation is 700 ft MSL.

Runway Capability

Spinks is not a piston-only strip. Its primary Runway 18R/36L provides 6,002 ft of asphalt, which supports the full range of light and midsize business jets and many super-midsize types with appropriate performance planning. The parallel 3,660 ft turf runway (18L/36R) is limited to daytime VFR light-aircraft use. Heavy-iron and ultra-long-range jets are better served by nearby Alliance or DFW, but for most charter missions Spinks is fully jet-capable.

Charter Considerations

Spinks offers quick metroplex access without the congestion and handling fees of larger commercial fields. Vesper Aviation provides 24-hour line service, fueling, transient hangar space, and concierge support. Charter availability depends on aircraft positioning; The Jet Finder sources Part 135 operators near KFWS and compares positioning, hourly rates, and aircraft suitability for the 6,002 ft runway.

Safety & Planning

The airport is towered from roughly 0700-2200 local (Tower 124.625, Ground 119.475) and uses CTAF when the tower is closed. RNAV (GPS) approaches serve the asphalt runway. The 700 ft elevation keeps density-altitude effects modest, but summer heat still warrants verifying runway-length margins for heavier jets. Part 135 charter flights typically operate IFR regardless of weather.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

North Texas weather drives operations here. Spring and early summer bring rapid afternoon convective buildups and occasional severe thunderstorms; morning departures are generally smoothest. Winters are mild but can produce brief ice events requiring de-icing. The turf runway is unavailable when wet or at night, so flight departments planning around it should confirm conditions in advance.

Regional Context

Spinks is one of several Fort Worth-area private-aviation options. Meacham (FTW), Alliance (AFW), and Arlington Municipal (GKY) are all within the metroplex, each with different runway lengths, FBO mixes, and drive times. For travelers in south Fort Worth, Burleson, or Cleburne, Spinks usually offers the shortest ground leg. The Jet Finder weighs all of these against your origin to find the best cost-and-convenience combination.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Fort Worth Spinks Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Sycamore Strip

K9F9 · 4 NM from KFWS

Arlington Municipal Airport

KGKY · 12 NM from KFWS

Bourland Field

K50F · 14 NM from KFWS

NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field

KNFW · 14 NM from KFWS

Frequently Asked Questions

The ICAO identifier for Fort Worth Spinks Airport is KFWS. The FAA designator is also KFWS. Use this code when filing flight plans and referencing the airport in official communications.

You will find Fort Worth Spinks Airport near Fort Worth, TX. The geographic position is 32.5652° N, 97.3085° W, at an elevation of 700 feet MSL.

Fort Worth Spinks has two parallel runways. The primary runway, 18R/36L, is 6,002 ft of asphalt and is jet-capable. The second, 18L/36R, is a 3,660 ft turf strip limited to daytime VFR light-aircraft operations.

Yes. With 6,002 ft of asphalt on Runway 18R/36L, Fort Worth Spinks handles light, midsize, and many super-midsize business jets such as the Citation series, Phenom, Learjet, and Challenger 350, subject to standard performance planning for weight and temperature. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets are better served by nearby Alliance or DFW.

Yes. Vesper Aviation (formerly Harrison Aviation) is the full-service FBO, offering Jet-A and 100LL fuel, 24-hour line service, transient hangar and ramp space, concierge, rental cars, and catering. Spinks Flight Center also operates on the field. Reach Vesper at +1-817-447-8016.

700 feet MSL. Fort Worth Spinks Airport's elevation is a consideration for performance planning. Standard atmospheric deviations can push density altitude higher than field elevation on warm days.

Yes. Fort Worth Spinks has published RNAV (GPS) instrument approaches serving the asphalt Runway 18R/36L, plus visual procedures. Always verify current approach plates through official FAA sources before flight.

Charter from Fort Worth Spinks through The Jet Finder. The 6,002 ft asphalt runway supports light through super-midsize jets, and we source aircraft directly from FAA Part 135 operators positioned near KFWS. No middleman, direct operator pricing.

The 6,002 ft asphalt Runway 18R/36L supports turboprops, light jets, midsize jets, and many super-midsize jets. The 3,660 ft turf runway is for daytime VFR light-aircraft use only. Heavy jets typically require longer, paved fields elsewhere in the metroplex.

Yes. Fort Worth Spinks has an air traffic control tower operated by the City of Fort Worth, typically active 0700-2200 local (Tower 124.625, Ground 119.475). When the tower is closed, the field reverts to CTAF for traffic coordination.

Both Jet-A and 100LL are available at Fort Worth Spinks, with full-service and self-service options through Vesper Aviation. Confirm current pricing and availability with the FBO before planning a fuel stop.

Fort Worth Spinks does not have on-field U.S. Customs (CBP). International itineraries must clear customs at a designated port of entry such as DFW or Fort Worth Alliance. The Jet Finder can advise on the best routing for international trips.

Current conditions at KFWS: check METAR/TAF on aviationweather.gov or your EFB. Fort Worth Spinks Airport is subject to TX's regional weather, which may include convective activity, low ceilings, or seasonal wind patterns.

Fort Worth Spinks is about 14 nautical miles south of downtown Fort Worth, near Burleson, typically a 20-30 minute drive depending on traffic. The FBO can arrange ground transportation and rental cars.

Parking options at KFWS include ramp tiedowns and potentially hangar space. Availability and pricing are set by the on-field operator at Fort Worth Spinks Airport. Pre-arrival coordination is recommended for overnight stays.

To price a charter flight from Fort Worth Spinks Airport (KFWS), contact The Jet Finder with your route, dates, and number of passengers. We provide all-inclusive quotes with no hidden fees. Direct operator access.

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