Columbia Regional Airport
Columbia Regional Airport serves Columbia, Missouri, home of the University of Missouri (Mizzou) and the state's most vibrant college town. COU offers a 6,501-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves Mizzou Tigers athletics, the Missouri state government overflow from Jefferson City (30 miles south), and the growing Columbia healthcare and technology sectors.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Mizzou Tigers SEC football and basketball games at Faurot Field and Mizzou Arena drive significant private aviation, especially for SEC rivalry weekends. Columbia's nickname CoMo reflects its vibrant downtown scene. The University of Missouri School of Journalism is the oldest and most prestigious in America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Columbia MO?
Yes. Columbia Regional's 6,501-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.
When is Columbia busiest?
Mizzou Tigers SEC home football games (especially Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee) drive the heaviest private aviation traffic. Homecoming and graduation weekends are also busy.
How close is COU to Mizzou?
Columbia Regional is approximately 10 miles from the University of Missouri campus and Faurot Field, typically a 15-minute drive.
Aircraft Compatible with Columbia Regional Airport
Based on the longest runway (7,401 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 7,401 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 13/31 | 5,500 ft | 100 ft | Concrete | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- COU
- ICAO Code
- KCOU
- Elevation
- 889 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 7,401 ft
- Location
- Columbia, Missouri