Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU)

Greenville Downtown at a Glance

Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU/GMU) is the busiest general aviation airport in South Carolina, sitting just three miles east of downtown Greenville at 1,048 ft MSL. It has two intersecting asphalt runways: 1/19 at 5,393 ft and 10/28 at 4,000 ft. The field is towered (119.9, 0700–2200 local) with ILS, RNAV, and VOR approaches. Two FBOs — Vantage Aviation and Special Services Corporation — handle fuel and ground services. There is no on-field U.S. Customs.

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Greenville Downtown Airport, 100 Tower Dr, Greenville, SC 29607

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Greenville Downtown Airport
ICAO Code	KGMU
IATA Code	GMU
FAA Identifier	GMU
Address	100 Tower Dr, Greenville, SC 29607
Elevation	1,048 ft MSL
Coordinates	34.8481° N, 82.35° W
Owner / Operator	Greenville Airport Commission
Phone	+1-864-242-4777
FAA Data	AirNav GMU

Operations & Facilities
Runways	01/19: 5,393 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Stevens Aviation
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	119.9
Weight Limit	None; tower 0700–2200 local
Annual Operations	45,000+

Runways & Approaches

Greenville Downtown's primary runway, 1/19, measures 5,393 by 100 feet of asphalt — enough to comfortably support light and midsize jets such as the Phenom 300, Citation XLS, and Challenger 350, and most super-midsize types when weight, temperature, and the 1,048-foot field elevation are accounted for in performance planning. The crossing runway 10/28 adds 4,000 by 80 feet of asphalt, primarily serving piston and turboprop traffic and offering crosswind flexibility.

The airport is towered, with the control tower operating 0700–2200 local on 119.9; the field itself remains open around the clock, with CTAF procedures after tower hours. Instrument capability includes an ILS as well as RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches, giving reliable access in the haze and low ceilings common to Upstate South Carolina. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets (Gulfstream G650, Global 7500) should weigh the 5,393-foot length carefully or plan Greenville–Spartanburg International (KGSP), roughly 7 nm away.

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.

Vantage Aviation

Full-service FBO (formerly Greenville Jet Center) offering Jet-A and 100LL, hangars for piston through midsize jets, GPU, lav and O2/N2 service, planeside escort, crew cars, a pilot lounge, conference and flight-planning rooms, and catering coordination.

Special Services Corporation

Long-established on-field operator providing fueling — including self-service options at competitive rates — along with maintenance and general aviation ground support.

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Charter from Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU) connects the region to destinations nationwide. The Jet Finder matches the right aircraft to your mission and GMU's runway parameters — with direct Part 135 operator access and no markup.

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The Jet Finder coordinates charter flights from Greenville Downtown Airport. Tell us your destination, dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KGMU's runway and facilities.

Aircraft Registered in GREENVILLE (123)

123 aircraft are registered to owners in GREENVILLE, SC according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 123. Track live flights from GMU →

N101US

CESSNA 172M · 1972

N11488

CESSNA 150L · 1973

N120JS

CESSNA 120

N13283

CESSNA 172M · 1973

N136JX

LEARJET INC 60 · 1998

N146GS

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22 · 2007

N1515W

BEECH 58 · 1972

N15472

PIPER PA-28-180 · 1972

N158PS

BELL OH-58C

N172BK

CESSNA 172M · 1976

N1745K

DJI AGRAS T40

N177MK

BEECH E-90 · 1975

N177NC

CESSNA 177RG · 1971

N1894D

BEECH C35 · 1952

N20155

CESSNA 172M · 1972

N205RT

CESSNA 210-5 · 1962

N20657

LUSCOMBE 8A · 1938

N2080A

HEAD BALLOONS INC AX8-88 · 2005

N211LP

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS EC 130 T2 · 2015

N211MV

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY A36 · 1999

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Stevens Aviation	$5.00 – $6.20/gal	Downtown GVL

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$20 – $50
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$50 – $100
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$100 – $175
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$175 – $300

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU) is the busiest general aviation airport in South Carolina and one of the busiest GA fields in the Southeast. Owned by the Greenville Airport Commission and located just three miles east of downtown Greenville, it sits in the heart of the city's business district at 1,048 ft MSL. A 2018 study credited the airport with roughly $68.8 million in annual economic impact, underscoring its role as the region's primary corporate and private-aviation gateway.

Runway Capability

Two intersecting asphalt runways serve the field: 1/19 at 5,393 by 100 feet and 10/28 at 4,000 by 80 feet. The longer runway supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets when standard performance planning for weight, temperature, and the 1,048-foot elevation is applied. Operators of heavy or ultra-long-range aircraft should run takeoff and landing numbers carefully, or consider nearby Greenville–Spartanburg International for full flexibility.

Charter Considerations

As the Upstate's busiest GA airport, KGMU has strong locally based aircraft and FBO infrastructure, which can reduce repositioning costs for on-demand charter. The Jet Finder sources FAA Part 135 aircraft positioned near Greenville and compares hourly rates, positioning fees, and aircraft quality to match the right jet to your mission. Its downtown-close location makes it the preferred field for business travelers over the larger commercial airport.

Safety & Planning

The field is towered, with the control tower active 0700–2200 local on 119.9 and CTAF procedures in effect after hours; the airport remains open 24 hours. Instrument capability includes an ILS plus RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches. The two intersecting runways provide crosswind options, valuable during the gusty conditions and afternoon convection of the warm season.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

Upstate South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate. The main operational challenge is convective: afternoon and evening thunderstorms build rapidly in the warm season, often peaking between 14:00 and 18:00 local, while haze and humidity can cut visibility without obvious cloud cover. Morning departures generally offer the smoothest, clearest conditions. Winter brings occasional cold snaps that may require de-icing, but disruptive winter weather is uncommon.

Regional Context

KGMU anchors private aviation for Greenville and the broader Upstate manufacturing corridor, home to major automotive and advanced-manufacturing employers. Greenville–Spartanburg International (KGSP) lies about 7 nm away for longer-range or larger-aircraft needs, and Donaldson Field (KGYH) is roughly 6 nm to the south, but the downtown airport's three-mile proximity to the central business district keeps it the first choice for time-sensitive corporate travel.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Greenville Downtown Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Donaldson Field Airport

KGYH · 6 NM from KGMU

Donaldson Field Airport

KGYH · 6 NM from KGMU

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport

KGSP · 7 NM from KGMU

Mountain Ridge Airport

25SC · 7 NM from KGMU

Frequently Asked Questions

KGMU is both the ICAO and FAA identifier for Greenville Downtown Airport. Pilots should reference this code in all flight plan filings and ATC communications involving this facility.

Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU) sits at 34.8481° N, 82.3500° W, near Greenville, SC. At 1,048 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Greenville Downtown Airport has two intersecting asphalt runways. The primary, 1/19, is 5,393 by 100 feet; the crossing runway, 10/28, is 4,000 by 80 feet. Aircraft performance planning should account for the 1,048-foot field elevation.

Yes. KGMU's 5,393-foot primary runway (1/19) supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets such as the Phenom 300, Citation XLS, and Challenger 350. Operators of heavy or ultra-long-range aircraft should calculate required distances for weight, temperature, and elevation, or consider nearby Greenville–Spartanburg International (KGSP).

Yes. KGMU is served by two FBOs: Vantage Aviation (formerly Greenville Jet Center), offering Jet-A and 100LL, hangars, GPU, lav and oxygen service, crew cars, a pilot lounge, and catering coordination; and Special Services Corporation, providing fueling — including self-service options — and ground support.

Field elevation at KGMU: 1,048 feet above mean sea level. This figure appears in the Airport/Facility Directory and should be used for all performance computations at Greenville Downtown Airport.

Yes. KGMU is served by an ILS approach as well as RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures, providing reliable instrument access during the low ceilings and haze common in Upstate South Carolina. Always reference current FAA charts in your EFB for the latest minimums.

The Jet Finder arranges private charter from Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU). Tell us where you need to go, when, and how many passengers. We handle the aircraft sourcing, operator vetting, and logistics.

KGMU handles the full range of general aviation, from piston singles and turboprops to light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets, thanks to its 5,393-foot primary runway. It is the busiest GA airport in South Carolina. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets should confirm runway adequacy or use nearby KGSP.

Yes. KGMU has an operating control tower on 119.9, active 0700–2200 local. The airport itself remains open 24 hours; outside tower hours, pilots use CTAF on 119.9 to coordinate traffic.

Fuel types and pricing at Greenville Downtown Airport are subject to change. Contact the airport or its FBO for current Jet-A and 100LL availability. AirNav lists recent fuel prices reported by pilots.

KGMU does not have on-field U.S. Customs and Border Protection, so international arrivals must clear at a designated airport of entry first — nearby Greenville–Spartanburg International (KGSP) offers customs. The Jet Finder coordinates routing, eAPIS filing, and customs logistics for international charter.

Aviation weather for Greenville Downtown Airport is reported under identifier KGMU. Monitor METAR, TAF, and PIREP data through official sources. SC's climate affects ceiling, visibility, and wind conditions at the field.

Greenville Downtown Airport sits about three miles east of downtown Greenville, in the heart of the city's business district — typically a 10-minute drive. Car service, rideshare, and rentals are available through the FBOs, making it the most convenient field for business travel to the city center.

For aircraft parking at Greenville Downtown Airport, contact the FBO at KGMU. Most GA airports offer both transient and overnight tiedowns. Hangar space, if available, should be reserved in advance.

The Jet Finder provides personalized charter quotes from Greenville Downtown Airport. Submit your trip details at thejetfinder.com/contact.html — departure date, destination, party size. No obligation. We match KGMU's runway to the right aircraft.

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