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Columbus Municipal Airport

Columbus, United States

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Columbus Municipal Airport

Columbus, United States

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KBAK

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656 ft

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Small regional airport serving Columbus, Indiana.

Location

Columbus, United States

Columbus Municipal Airport (IATA: CLU, ICAO: KBAK) is a public-use general aviation airport located in Columbus, Indiana, United States. It serves the local community and surrounding Bartholomew County region, primarily handling general aviation traffic, charter flights, and small aircraft operations. The airport does not currently support scheduled commercial airline service, functioning instead as a reliever and general aviation facility. It plays a supporting role in regional connectivity for the Columbus metropolitan area, which is home to major employers such as Cummins Inc. The facility is managed by the City of Columbus and provides standard general aviation services including fueling, hangars, and maintenance support for private and corporate aircraft.

Terminals

The airport has no commercial passenger terminal, operating instead with a fixed-base operator (FBO) facility to serve general aviation users.

Getting to & from

The airport is accessible by road via local streets connecting to Columbus city center, with no dedicated public transit service.

Notable facts

›Serves Bartholomew County and the Columbus, Indiana metropolitan area.
›Primarily a general aviation airport with no scheduled commercial service.
›Home to corporate aviation activity tied to major local employers like Cummins Inc.
›The ICAO code KBAK reflects its designation as a public-use airport.
›Runway and facilities support small to mid-size general aviation aircraft.

Wikipedia

This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Southern Indiana's quiet gateway connecting small-town charm to the skies

Columbus Municipal Airport, located in Columbus, Indiana, serves as a general aviation facility supporting the local community and regional business traffic. Known for its modernist architectural surroundings that reflect Columbus's reputation as a city of world-class design, the airport plays a modest but vital role in connecting Bartholomew County to broader transportation networks. It primarily handles private, charter, and corporate flights rather than scheduled commercial airline service.

Terminals

General Aviation Terminal — A single compact facility serving private, charter, and corporate aircraft operations with basic passenger amenities.

Ground Transport

Rental car services available on or near the airport
Taxi and rideshare services from Columbus city center
Private car pickup arrangements

Nearby Hotels

Hampton Inn Columbus
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus
Holiday Inn Express Columbus
Fairfield Inn & Suites Columbus

Dining

Dining options within the airport are minimal given its general aviation focus, with no full-service restaurants on site. The city of Columbus, just a short drive away, offers a range of local restaurants and national chains along US-31 and downtown corridors.

Traveller Tips

Confirm fuel and FBO services in advance as facilities are limited compared to commercial airports.
Columbus is renowned for its architectural landmarks — plan extra time to explore the city's famous buildings.
Indianapolis International Airport (IND), roughly 45 miles northwest, is the nearest option for commercial flights.
Check ahead for hours of operation, as staffing at smaller general aviation airports can vary.

Official website

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