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Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport
Columbia, United States
Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport
Columbia's general aviation hub serving central South Carolina.
- ›CUB serves as a general aviation reliever airport for Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE).
- ›The airport is owned and operated by Richland County, South Carolina.
- ›It is named after Jim Hamilton and L.B. Owens, honoring local aviation and public service figures.
- ›The airport supports flight training, corporate aviation, and recreational flying.
- ›It has a single paved runway suitable for light to mid-size general aviation aircraft.
Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport, identified by the IATA code CUB, is a public general aviation airport serving Columbia, South Carolina. Named in honor of local aviation pioneers Jim Hamilton and L.B. Owens, the facility supports private, charter, and small aircraft operations rather than scheduled commercial service. It plays a supporting role in the broader Columbia metropolitan area alongside the larger Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE).
- General Aviation Terminal — A single modest facility serving private pilots, charter flights, and fixed-base operators with standard GA amenities.
- Rental cars available through local providers by prior arrangement
- Taxi and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) accessible from the airport
- Private car or prearranged shuttle service recommended for most visitors
- Hilton Columbia Center
- Marriott Columbia
- Hampton Inn Columbia/Northeast
- Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison
The airport itself has minimal on-site dining given its general aviation focus, so travelers should plan to eat before arrival or after reaching central Columbia. The city offers a wide range of restaurants within a short drive, including Southern cuisine staples and national chains along Two Notch Road and Forest Drive corridors.
- Confirm fuel availability and FBO hours in advance, as services may be limited on weekends or holidays.
- Rideshare apps work in the area but response times can vary — booking ahead is advisable.
- For commercial flights, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is the better option with scheduled airline service.
- Columbia summers are hot and humid; plan ground time accordingly if flying in warmer months.
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