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Fort Worth Meacham International Airport

Fort Worth, United States
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Fort Worth's historic general aviation gateway since 1925.

Opened
1925
Location
Fort Worth, United States
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is a public general aviation airport located in the north part of Fort Worth, Texas. It is owned and operated by the City of Fort Worth and serves primarily private, charter, and corporate aviation traffic rather than scheduled commercial airline service. The airport is one of the oldest in Texas, having opened in 1925 and named after H.C. Meacham, a former Fort Worth mayor who was instrumental in establishing the facility. It covers approximately 640 acres and features two runways capable of handling a wide range of general aviation and business aircraft. Meacham International plays an important role in relieving traffic from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport by accommodating corporate jets, flight training, and private aircraft operations in the region.
Terminals
The airport has a fixed-base operator (FBO) terminal structure oriented toward general and business aviation rather than commercial passenger terminals.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by car via North Fort Worth roadways, with rental car services available on-site, though no direct rail or bus rapid transit connections serve the facility.
Airlines here
No major scheduled commercial airlines operate at Meacham; the airport primarily serves corporate, charter, and private aviation operators.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after H.C. Meacham, a former mayor of Fort Worth who championed its development.
  • ›One of the oldest continuously operating airports in Texas, opened in 1925.
  • ›The airport covers approximately 640 acres in north Fort Worth.
  • ›Features two runways supporting a broad range of general and business aviation aircraft.
  • ›Serves as a reliever airport for the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area.
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City & Place Guide

Where the Old West meets world-class culture and cuisine

Fort Worth, Texas, sits at the edge of the American West and proudly wears its cowboy heritage. The legendary Stockyards National Historic District keeps that spirit alive with daily cattle drives, rodeos, and honky-tonk bars, while the city's Sundance Square offers a lively downtown scene with restaurants, shops, and entertainment.

Yet Fort Worth surprises visitors with a Cultural District that rivals far larger cities. The Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art sit within walking distance of each other, forming one of the most impressive art corridors in the South. The city balances boots and black-tie with genuine Texas warmth.

  • •Fort Worth Stockyards — iconic Western district with twice-daily longhorn cattle drives
  • •Kimbell Art Museum — world-renowned collection in a Louis Kahn masterpiece building
  • •Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth — striking Tadao Ando building housing contemporary works
  • •Sundance Square — walkable downtown plaza packed with dining, nightlife, and events
  • •Fort Worth Botanic Garden — Texas's oldest botanic garden with a stunning Japanese garden
  • •Fort Worth Zoo — consistently ranked among the top zoos in the United States

Getting around: The Trinity Railway Express (TRE) connects Fort Worth to Dallas via commuter rail, and the free Molly the Trolley loops through downtown and the Cultural District. The city's Bus system (The T) covers broader routes, but a car, rideshare (Uber and Lyft are widely available), or taxi is often the most practical option for reaching the Stockyards or outer neighborhoods.

Best time: Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures, with mild weather ideal for outdoor festivals and sightseeing.

Local food: Don't miss a classic Texas brisket at one of the city's legendary barbecue joints, and be sure to try chicken-fried steak, breakfast tacos, and a cold Shiner Bock at a Stockyards honky-tonk.

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Fort Worth Meacham International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is a general aviation airport located near the intersection of Interstate 820 and Business U.S. Highway 287 in Fort Worth, Texas, United States. It is named after former Fort Worth Mayor Henry C. Meacham. The airport covers 745 acres.

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