Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
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Major hub with GA access24 hoursCustoms on site

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport KPHX / PHX

Phoenix's hub, 25 minutes from Scottsdale and 10 from Downtown Phoenix, with three FBOs and 24-hour CBP. Chosen for heavy jets and widebody VIP or when Scottsdale is at capacity; summer temperatures exceed 45°C, affecting performance.

11,489 ft
Longest runway
25 min
Drive to Scottsdale
3
FBOs / handlers
1,135 ft
Elevation

Facts

Hours
H24
24-hour operations
Yes
Customs & immigration
Yes
Prior permission (PPR)
No
Slot coordination
No
Noise curfew
No
Runway surface
concrete
Fuel
Jet A, SAF (limited)
Helipad
Yes
Distance to centre
20 km
Typical largest aircraft
Any size including widebody VIP.

Private terminals (FBOs)

  • Signature Flight Support Phoenix
  • Cutter Aviation
  • Swift Aviation

An FBO is the private terminal: lounge, crew, fuel, customs desk. You drive up, walk 30 metres, and board.

Which jets can use this runway?

Based on published takeoff distances at maximum weight versus a 11,489 ft runway. Hot days, high elevation and wet runways reduce the margin.

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