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Welcome to Chennault International Airport

CHENNAULT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT is a leading hub of aerospace activity strategically located in the south-central U.S. in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The airport serves corporate, military, civilian and general aviation with such services as maintenance and government contract fuel. Chennault’s tenant partners include Northrop Grumman, Citadel Completions, LandLocked Aviation Services, Louisiana Millwork, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Louisiana National Guard, Planet Construction and a new air cargo pass-through facility.

  • $39 million in capital improvements over the last 5 years
  • $410 million in economic impact annually
  • A diverse economic base with major tenants engaged in aerospace, manufacturing
Aerial view of Chennault International Airport's tenants

CHENNAULT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Chennault is a world-class, business-friendly complex. It’s the trusted home base of choice for top companies in aerospace and other industries, with capacity and capability that make it ideal for expansion and new development.

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Zone map of Chennault International Airport

LAND ANY AIRCRAFT, ACCESS THE WORLD

The runway at Chennault is 10,702 feet long, the longest at any airport between Houston and Cape Canaveral. Interstate, rail and port access make it a prime location for foreign and domestic transportation of goods.

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Chennault’s two-mile-long runway has been active lately
  • On-site U.S. Customs foreign clearance
  • 24/7 security and fire protection
  • Uncongested airspace with minimal to no ground delays
  • FAA contract air traffic control tower
  • ILS and GPS approaches
  • Part 139 certification