Helena Regional Airport (HLN) | Private Jet Hub Near Helena

Helena at a Glance

Helena Regional Airport (KHLN/HLN) is the towered, jet-capable gateway to Montana's capital, two miles northeast of downtown. Its primary runway 9/27 spans 9,001 feet of asphalt, easily handling business jets up to heavy and ultra-long-range types at the field's 3,877-ft elevation. A second runway, 5/23, adds crosswind flexibility. Skyservice Helena FBO (dba Exec Air Montana) is the on-field business-aviation handler, offering Jet-A, 100LL, and hangar parking. The airport holds U.S. Customs landing rights and is served by an FAA control tower.

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Helena Regional Airport, 2850 Skyway Dr, Helena, MT 59602

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Helena Regional Airport
ICAO Code	KHLN
IATA Code	HLN
FAA Identifier	HLN
Address	2850 Skyway Dr, Helena, MT 59602
Elevation	3,877 ft MSL
Coordinates	46.6068° N, 111.9827° W
Owner / Operator	Helena Regional Airport Authority
Phone	+1-406-442-2821
FAA Data	AirNav HLN

Operations & Facilities
Runways	9/27: 9,001 ft (Asphalt) 5/23: 3,620 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Helena Aviation
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.3
Weight Limit	None published
Annual Operations	45,000+

Runways & Approaches

Helena Regional operates two asphalt runways. The primary runway 9/27 measures 9,001 feet by 150 feet wide — long enough to support the full range of business jets, from light jets through super-midsize, heavy, and ultra-long-range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500, even with density-altitude penalties from the 3,877-ft field elevation. The crosswind runway 5/23 adds 3,620 feet of asphalt, useful when winds favor that alignment for lighter aircraft.

Approaches include an ILS to runway 27 plus RNAV (GPS), VOR, and visual procedures, giving reliable all-weather access into a mountain-valley environment. The airport is towered, with Helena Tower on 118.3 during published daytime and evening hours; outside those hours, standard non-towered CTAF procedures apply. Crews should plan for true density-altitude performance on warm summer afternoons, when effective elevation can climb well above 5,000 feet.

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.

Skyservice Helena FBO (Exec Air Montana)

The full-service FBO at KHLN, located in the southwest portion of the field off Taxiways A, B, and C, adjacent to the U.S. Customs facility. Offers Jet-A and 100LL fuel, government contract fueling, ramp and hangar parking, oxygen service, and aircraft maintenance. Typically open early morning through midnight, 365 days a year.

Charter a Jet from Helena Regional Airport

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

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Aircraft Registered in HELENA (535)

535 aircraft are registered to owners in HELENA, MT according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 535. Track live flights from HLN →

N10019

GRUMMAN HU-16B · 1951

N101AC

AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 8GCBC

N1050B

MOONEY M20M · 2001

N108HC

MCKEEMAN DAN STOL CH 801

N1095T

HUGHES 369D

N10CV

SYRACUSE VIC RV-10

N10L

BEECH A36 · 1972

N11004

MAYALA HJALMER A VANS RV-6 · 2003

N11007

CESSNA 501 · 1979

N110DN

NORMAN DOUGLAS M CHRISTAVIA MARK 4

N111PA

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II · 2006

N114BJ

GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. AA-5B

N114BT

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL 114

N1150H

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-12/47E · 2009

N1195V

BEECH D17S · 1947

N1196S

SCHWEIZER SGS 2-33A · 1970

N119WW

CESSNA 305A · 1951

N11HY

AVIAT AIRCRAFT INC A-1C-180 · 2011

N12000

CESSNA 182M · 1968

N120KT

HIGGINBOTHAM TIMOTHY W RV-4 · 2010

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Helena Aviation	$5.00 – $6.20/gal	Montana's capital city

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$25 – $60
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$60 – $125
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$125 – $200
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$200 – $350

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Helena Regional Airport (KHLN/HLN) sits two miles northeast of downtown Helena, serving Montana's state capital and much of southwestern Montana. Owned by the Helena Regional Airport Authority, it blends scheduled airline service from Alaska, Delta Connection, and United Express with a strong general-aviation and corporate base. The field is towered and equipped with U.S. Customs landing rights, making it a practical, full-service gateway for private travel into the region.

Runway Capability

The primary 9/27 runway provides 9,001 feet of asphalt — ample for the entire business-jet fleet, including heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft, even after high-elevation performance corrections. The shorter 5/23 crosswind runway covers 3,620 feet. For most charter missions, the long primary runway means weight and runway length are rarely limiting factors at KHLN.

Charter Considerations

Charter availability depends on aircraft positioning, since Helena is a smaller market without a deep pool of locally based jets. The Jet Finder sources Part 135 aircraft from the nearest available operators, weighing repositioning fees, hourly rates, and cabin class to match the right aircraft to your mission. The 9,001-ft runway keeps virtually any jet category on the table for departures and arrivals at HLN.

Safety & Planning

At 3,877 feet MSL, KHLN sits in a mountain valley where density altitude is a real planning factor. On hot summer afternoons, effective elevation can exceed 5,000 feet, lengthening takeoff rolls and reducing climb performance. The long primary runway provides comfortable margins, but crews should still run true performance numbers for high-gross-weight, hot-day departures.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

Helena experiences four distinct seasons with cold, snowy winters and warm, dry summers. De-icing capability is valuable from late fall through early spring, and winter departures can add time for surface treatment. Spring and fall bring the most variable weather, with rapid ceiling and wind changes typical of the Northern Rockies; summer generally delivers the best VFR conditions with occasional afternoon convection.

Regional Context

Helena anchors a wide, sparsely populated region where aviation is practical transportation rather than luxury. KHLN is the most capable jet field in the immediate area, with smaller GA strips at Townsend, Lincoln, and Deer Lodge nearby. For travelers reaching Helena, Glacier Park International, Bozeman, and Missoula are the larger alternatives within the broader western Montana network.

Nearby Airports

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

Townsend Airport

K8U8 · 26 NM from KHLN

Bar E Airport

MT86 · 34 NM from KHLN

Lincoln Airport

KS69 · 34 NM from KHLN

Deer Lodge City County Airport

K38S · 35 NM from KHLN

Frequently Asked Questions

The ICAO identifier for Helena Regional Airport is KHLN. The FAA designator is also KHLN. Use this code when filing flight plans and referencing the airport in official communications.

Helena Regional Airport (KHLN) sits at 46.6068° N, 111.9827° W, near Helena, MT. At 3,877 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Helena Regional Airport has two asphalt runways. The primary runway 9/27 is the longest at 9,001 feet by 150 feet, with a 3,620-foot crosswind runway 5/23. Performance planning should account for the field elevation of 3,877 feet.

Yes. The 9,001-foot primary runway at KHLN accommodates the full range of business jets — from light jets through heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Global 7500. Crews should still verify hot-day, high-gross-weight performance given the 3,877-foot elevation.

Yes. Skyservice Helena FBO (dba Exec Air Montana) is the full-service FBO at KHLN, offering Jet-A and 100LL fuel, ramp and hangar parking, government contract fueling, oxygen service, and aircraft maintenance. It sits adjacent to the U.S. Customs facility and is typically open from early morning to midnight daily.

The airport elevation at Helena Regional Airport is 3,877 feet MSL. Pilots should factor this into takeoff and landing performance calculations, especially during summer operations.

Yes. KHLN is served by an ILS to runway 27 along with RNAV (GPS), VOR, and visual approaches, providing reliable all-weather access into the mountain-valley environment.

Charter a private flight from Helena Regional Airport through The Jet Finder. With access to thousands of Part 135 aircraft, we can position the right jet to KHLN's 9,001-foot runway — light jet to heavy. No middleman; direct operator connection.

The 9,001-foot primary runway supports everything from pistons and turboprops to light, midsize, super-midsize, heavy, and ultra-long-range jets. The 3,877-foot elevation means larger aircraft should confirm hot-day performance, but runway length is rarely the limiting factor at KHLN.

Yes. Helena Tower operates on 118.3 during published daytime and evening hours. Outside tower hours, pilots use standard CTAF procedures for traffic separation and position reporting.

Confirm fuel availability at KHLN before arrival. Helena Regional Airport may offer 100LL, Jet-A, or both. Pricing is set by the FBO. AirNav provides crowd-sourced fuel price reports from visiting pilots.

Yes. KHLN holds U.S. Customs landing rights, with the customs facility located on the south side of the field adjacent to the Skyservice FBO. International arrivals must coordinate with CBP in advance; The Jet Finder can handle the customs and logistics arrangements.

Real-time weather for Helena Regional Airport (KHLN) is available through METAR reports on aviationweather.gov. MT experiences varied conditions throughout the year — plan accordingly for seasonal weather events.

KHLN is about two miles northeast of downtown Helena — roughly a 10-minute drive. The general-aviation ramp means no terminal queues, just a direct walk from the aircraft to your vehicle.

Helena Regional Airport offers aircraft parking for visiting and based aircraft. Tiedown and hangar rates at KHLN should be confirmed directly with the airport. Overnight parking may require advance arrangement.

Get a quote for private charter from KHLN: visit thejetfinder.com/contact.html or call directly. Share your itinerary and passenger details. We handle aircraft sourcing from Helena Regional Airport to your destination.

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