Yeager Airport

CRW KCRW Charleston, West Virginia Elevation: 981 ft

Yeager Airport serves Charleston, West Virginia, the state capital and the gateway to the New River Gorge National Park. Located on a plateau 3 miles east of downtown Charleston, CRW offers a 6,802-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with careful weight and operational planning. The airport's unique mountain-top location and topography require pilots qualified for challenging terrain operations. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Charleston WV via CRW: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Yeager Airport is famous for its dramatic mountain-top location, literally built on top of a flattened mountain. Pilots approach over a valley to a runway that appears to float in the sky. The airport serves travelers to the New River Gorge National Park (America's newest national park) and the historic Greenbrier Resort, though the Greenbrier has its own private airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Charleston WV?

Yes. Yeager Airport's 6,802-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The mountain-top location and surrounding terrain require pilots specifically qualified for CRW operations.

How far is CRW from the Greenbrier?

Yeager Airport is approximately 100 miles west of the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs. The Greenbrier has its own private airport (LWB, Greenbrier Valley Airport) for direct resort access.

How close is CRW to the New River Gorge?

Yeager Airport is approximately 60 miles from the New River Gorge National Park entrance, typically a 75-minute drive through scenic mountain country.