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Scottsdale Airport, located in Maricopa County, Arizona, nine miles from Scottsdale's downtown, operates as one of the largest single runway facilities in the United States. Despite not being a commercial airport and lacking facilities for airlines, it serves as a hub for general and private aviators, supported by three Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) on-site. The airport can handle aircraft weighing 100,000 lbs or lighter, making it unsuitable for larger commercial jets. Nevertheless, it witnesses around 195,852 takeoffs and landings yearly, according to a Scottsdale government fact sheet.
Scottsdale Airport is city-owned and functions as a financial entity independent of government subsidies. According to the Scottsdale government website, it serves as a significant employment source, with over 85 major companies and 3,233 small and medium-sized businesses based in its Airpark. In 2019, private aviation activity generated $1 billion in regional economic benefits, supporting 5,970 jobs with income totaling $320 million, according to a 2021 Arizona Aviation Economic Impact Study.
In 2023, Scottsdale Airport ranked among the top ten busiest private jet airports in the U.S., hosting over 28,000 private jet departures. The airport spans 282 acres and features a single runway, indicated as 3/21, which accommodates smaller aircraft.
