Wiley Post Airport (PWA) | Private Jet Hub Near Bethany

Wiley Post at a Glance

Wiley Post Airport (KPWA) is a city-owned reliever roughly seven nautical miles northwest of downtown Oklahoma City. It runs three runways, anchored by a 7,199-foot grooved-concrete primary (17L/35R) with ILS service, plus a 5,002-foot crosswind runway. Atlantic Aviation is the principal business-jet FBO, offering Jet-A, heated hangars, and 24-hour line service. The tower operates 0700-2200 local; the field is non-towered overnight. No U.S. Customs on site; international arrivals clear at Will Rogers (OKC). Field elevation is 1,300 feet MSL.

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Wiley Post Airport, 5700 N Rockwell Ave, Bethany, OK 73008

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Wiley Post Airport
ICAO Code	KPWA
IATA Code	PWA
FAA Identifier	PWA
Address	5700 N Rockwell Ave, Bethany, OK 73008
Elevation	1,300 ft MSL
Coordinates	35.5342° N, 97.6471° W
Owner / Operator	City of Oklahoma City
Phone	+1-405-954-3461
FAA Data	AirNav PWA

Operations & Facilities
Runways	17R/35L: 7,199 ft (Concrete) 17L/35R: 5,002 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Atlantic Aviation
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Cat I, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	119.15
Weight Limit	None; tower closed 2200-0700
Annual Operations	60,000+

Runways & Approaches

Wiley Post's primary runway, 17L/35R, measures 7,199 feet of grooved concrete and carries a precision ILS Cat I approach, making the field comfortable for the full range of light, midsize, and super-midsize business jets, and most heavy jets under standard conditions. RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches back up the ILS, and visual procedures are available in good weather.

The crosswind runway, 17R/35L at 5,002 feet, gives operators alignment options when winds favor it, and a third shorter runway (13/31) adds further flexibility. At 1,300 feet of field elevation, density-altitude penalties stay modest, so published runway lengths translate into dependable takeoff performance even on warm Oklahoma afternoons.

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.

Atlantic Aviation

The principal full-service business-jet FBO at PWA, with Jet-A and Avgas, multiple heated hangars, 24-hour line service and security, crew and rental cars, and corporate-flight-department support.

Valair Aviation

A long-established on-field operator providing general aviation fuel, hangar and tiedown parking, maintenance, and flight services for piston, turboprop, and light-jet traffic.

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Aircraft Registered in BETHANY (50)

50 aircraft are registered to owners in BETHANY, OK according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 50. Track live flights from PWA →

N116PJ

LEARJET INC 45

N118TV

BELL 206B · 1979

N144SW

BELL 206B-III · 1980

N1720A

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S · 2022

N1810A

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR20 · 2019

N2008Z

BEECH C24R · 1978

N2256K

FLAGG LARRY TEENIE TWO

N24029

BEECH B19 · 1977

N253SC

LEARJET INC 45 · 2004

N255TK

LEARJET INC 31A · 2000

N25NA

NORTH AMERICAN B-25J · 1944

N2864L

CESSNA 172H

N309PV

NORTH AMERICAN P-51C-5NT

N3150A

DIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND GMBH DA 42 NG

N315SK

CESSNA 172S · 2015

N317PJ

EMBRAER EMB-135BJ · 2007

N349CA

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY B300 · 2002

N364BS

HAWKER BEECHCRAFT CORP G36 · 2007

N370K

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S · 2026

N393PJ

CESSNA 501 · 1980

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Atlantic Aviation PWA	$5.00–$6.50/gal	OKC NW

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet	$10–$30
Midsize Jet	$30–$80
Super-Mid Jet	$60–$150
Heavy Jet	$100–$300

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Wiley Post Airport (KPWA/PWA) is a city-owned public-use airport about seven nautical miles northwest of downtown Oklahoma City, operated by the City of Oklahoma City as the metro's dedicated general-aviation and business-aviation reliever. Named for the famed aviator Wiley Post, it absorbs corporate, charter, and training traffic that would otherwise crowd Will Rogers World Airport (OKC). The field handles well over 60,000 operations a year and is a practical, fast-access gateway to northwest Oklahoma City, Bethany, and Edmond.

Runway Capability

The airport's 7,199-foot grooved-concrete primary runway (17L/35R) with ILS Cat I service supports the full spectrum of light through super-midsize jets and most heavy jets under normal load and weather conditions. A 5,002-foot crosswind runway and a shorter third runway provide alignment flexibility. With field elevation at just 1,300 feet MSL, density-altitude effects are minor, preserving runway performance on hot days.

Charter Considerations

As an Oklahoma City reliever, PWA sees steady business-jet activity, so positioning options are generally good. Atlantic Aviation provides the FBO infrastructure expected by charter operators: ramp handling, hangar space, fueling, and passenger facilities. The Jet Finder sources Part 135 aircraft positioned near KPWA and compares hourly rates, repositioning fees, and aircraft quality to match each mission.

Safety & Planning

The control tower operates 0700-2200 local; outside those hours PWA reverts to non-towered procedures on the CTAF, so plan night arrivals and departures accordingly. Oklahoma sits in Tornado Alley, and spring and summer bring fast-developing convective weather and strong gusty winds. Filing IFR, maintaining instrument currency, and building schedule margin around afternoon thunderstorm cycles all improve reliability.

Customs & International

Wiley Post does not have on-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection. International flights to the Oklahoma City area should clear customs at Will Rogers World Airport (OKC), which has CBP service, and then reposition the short distance to PWA if desired. The Jet Finder coordinates eAPIS filing and customs logistics for cross-border itineraries.

Regional Context

PWA is one of several Oklahoma City-area fields. Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) sits about nine nautical miles south with longer runways and commercial and customs service, while smaller fields such as Sundance Airpark and Clarence E. Page Municipal lie nearby. For business travelers, Wiley Post typically offers the quickest, least congested access to northwest Oklahoma City.

Nearby Airports

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

Sundance Airpark

KHSD · 4 NM from KPWA

Clarence E Page Municipal Airport

KRCE · 9 NM from KPWA

Will Rogers World Airport

KOKC · 9 NM from KPWA

Tinker Air Force Base

KTIK · 15 NM from KPWA

Frequently Asked Questions

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

You will find Wiley Post Airport near Bethany, OK. The geographic position is 35.5342° N, 97.6471° W, at an elevation of 1,300 feet MSL.

Wiley Post Airport has multiple runways. The longest, 17L/35R, measures 7,199 feet with a grooved-concrete surface and a precision ILS approach. A 5,002-foot crosswind runway adds alignment flexibility. The primary runway accommodates the full range of business jets under normal conditions.

Yes. Wiley Post Airport (KPWA) is a primary business-aviation reliever for Oklahoma City. Its 7,199-foot grooved-concrete primary runway with ILS service handles light, midsize, and super-midsize jets and most heavy jets under standard conditions. Atlantic Aviation provides full FBO support on field.

Yes. Atlantic Aviation is the principal full-service business-jet FBO at PWA, offering Jet-A, heated hangars, 24-hour line service and security, and crew cars. Additional on-field general-aviation operators, including Valair Aviation, provide fuel, parking, and maintenance.

Wiley Post Airport sits at 1,300 feet MSL. Performance-conscious pilots should compute density altitude before each operation, particularly when temperatures exceed standard.

Yes. Wiley Post Airport has a precision ILS Cat I approach to its primary runway 17L/35R, backed by RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches plus visual procedures. These support reliable all-weather access for business-jet operations.

Private charter from KPWA is available through The Jet Finder. We connect clients with FAA-certificated Part 135 operators. Pricing depends on aircraft type, destination, and scheduling.

The 7,199-foot primary runway at KPWA supports turboprops and the full range of light, midsize, and super-midsize business jets, plus most heavy jets such as Gulfstream and Global-class aircraft under standard conditions. The low 1,300-foot field elevation preserves takeoff performance on hot days.

Yes, part-time. The Wiley Post control tower operates from 0700 to 2200 local time. Outside those hours the airport is non-towered, so pilots use standard CTAF self-announce procedures for arrivals and departures.

Fuel types and pricing at Wiley Post 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.

Wiley Post does not have on-site U.S. Customs. International arrivals to the Oklahoma City area clear customs at Will Rogers World Airport (OKC), which has CBP service, then reposition to PWA if desired. The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs coordination.

Aviation weather for Wiley Post Airport is reported under identifier KPWA. Monitor METAR, TAF, and PIREP data through official sources. OK's climate affects ceiling, visibility, and wind conditions at the field.

Wiley Post Airport sits roughly seven nautical miles northwest of downtown Oklahoma City and is immediately adjacent to Bethany and Warr Acres, just minutes away by car. Northwest Oklahoma City and Edmond are also a short drive. Car service, rideshare, and rental cars are available through the FBO.

Aircraft parking at Wiley Post Airport (KPWA) typically includes tiedown space and may include hangar availability. Rates vary by facility. Contact the FBO or airport manager for current parking options.

For a flight quote from Wiley Post Airport (KPWA), contact The Jet Finder at thejetfinder.com/contact.html. Include your destination, dates, passenger count, and any special requirements. We respond with operator options and pricing.

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