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Central Pennsylvania's gateway serving the Altoona region.
Location
Altoona, United States
Altoona Blair County Airport (AOO/KAOO) is a public-use airport located in Blair County, Pennsylvania, serving the Altoona metropolitan area. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,503 feet above mean sea level, it is owned and operated by Blair County.
The airport offers limited scheduled commercial service alongside general aviation operations. It has historically been served by regional carriers providing connections to larger hub airports, though service levels have fluctuated over the years.
With a single primary runway and modest facilities, AOO caters primarily to general aviation users, charter flights, and regional commercial passengers seeking access to central Pennsylvania.
Terminals
The airport features a single small terminal building accommodating the modest volume of commercial and general aviation passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to Altoona and surrounding Blair County communities is available primarily via rental cars and taxis, as no dedicated rail or bus transit serves the airport.
Airlines here
The airport has historically been served by regional carriers such as Southern Airways Express providing connections to hub airports.
Notable facts
- ›Located at an elevation of approximately 1,503 feet MSL in the Allegheny Mountains region.
- ›Owned and operated by Blair County, Pennsylvania.
- ›The airport has two runways supporting both piston and turbine general aviation aircraft.
- ›Commercial service at AOO has historically been supported by Essential Air Service (EAS) federal subsidies.
- ›The airport serves as an important general aviation hub for central Pennsylvania.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
