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Afton Municipal Airport

Afton, United States

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Afton Municipal Airport

Afton, United States
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Small general aviation airport serving Afton, Wyoming.

Location
Afton, United States
Afton Municipal Airport (IATA: AFO, ICAO: KAFO) is a public general aviation airport located in Afton, Lincoln County, Wyoming, United States. It sits at an elevation of approximately 6,220 feet above mean sea level in the Star Valley region of western Wyoming. The airport primarily serves private pilots, charter operations, and small aircraft flying into the scenic Star Valley area. It features a single runway and basic general aviation facilities suited to the region's light traffic demands. Afton is a small community known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, and the airport provides an important air access point for visitors and residents in this rural part of Wyoming.
Terminals
The airport has no commercial passenger terminal; it operates as a general aviation facility with basic fixed-base operator services.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport typically relies on personal vehicles or local arrangements, as no scheduled shuttle or public transit service connects the airport to Afton's town center.
Notable facts
  • ›Located in Star Valley, Lincoln County, Wyoming.
  • ›Elevation of approximately 6,220 feet MSL.
  • ›Serves general aviation and charter traffic only.
  • ›Single runway facility with limited infrastructure.
  • ›Nearby outdoor recreation includes fishing, skiing, and wildlife viewing in the surrounding mountains.
Wikipedia
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Gateway to Wyoming's Star Valley, where the Rockies meet the sky

Afton Municipal Airport is a small general aviation facility serving Afton, Wyoming, nestled in the scenic Star Valley region of Lincoln County. The airport supports private pilots, charter flights, and agricultural operations amid the dramatic backdrop of the Salt River Range. It plays a quiet but essential role in connecting this remote mountain community to the broader regional air network.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Terminal — A modest single facility serving private and charter aircraft with basic amenities for pilots and passengers.
Ground Transport
  • Private vehicle or personal pickup arrangements
  • Rental cars available in town with advance notice
  • Local taxi or rideshare by phone arrangement
Nearby Hotels
  • The Corral Motel Afton
  • Star Valley Ranch Resort
  • Three Rivers Motel
Dining

The airport itself has no dedicated restaurant facilities, so travellers should plan accordingly. Afton's small downtown offers diners, cafes, and local eateries serving hearty Western-style meals within a short drive. Grocery stores and fast-food options are also available in town for those needing quick provisions.

Traveller Tips
  • Call ahead to confirm fuel availability and any services before arriving.
  • Mountain weather can change rapidly — check forecasts carefully before departure.
  • Altitude and terrain demand attention from pilots unfamiliar with Rocky Mountain flying conditions.
  • Afton's town center is a few minutes' drive; arrange ground transport before landing.

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Afton Municipal Airport is a town-owned, public-use airport located one nautical mile southwest of the central business district of Afton, a town in Lincoln County, Wyoming, United States. It is also known as Afton-Lincoln County Airport.

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