The Friendliest Airport
in Texas
Fuel Prices Are Updated Daily
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Full service is available 0730-1730 daily. After-hours must be coordinated, call 361-790-0141
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We accept the following credit cards:
AvFuel, Multi-Service, American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and AvCard
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Based customers receive deep fuel discounts
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We are a CAA Preferred FBO since 2016
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We routinely handle corporate traffic including Citation, Challenger, Gulf Stream, Lear and Embraer. Single point fueling available.
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Luxurious overnight on-airport accommodations FREE with qualifying fuel purchase!
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Late model courtesy vehicles available (Call to reserve, restrictions apply)
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Lavatory services available
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Ground Power Unit
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Portable AC Unit
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Security Cameras
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Well lighted ramp
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No tie down fees, ramp fees, or landing fees. Ever.
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Lots of complimentary services, comfortable places to relax, and free WiFi
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All aviation oils in stock
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A&P Mechanic services available. Call Wayne Sullivan at 361-463-1694
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Ask to speak to Airport and FBO Manager Mike Geer if you need anything not listed.
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Come see why we're the Friendliest Airport in Texas!
FUEL PRICES
ASOS: 119.275
UNICOM: 123.05
Weather: ASOS (361) 729-2372 and 119.275 Mhz.
Call Sign: RKP (U.S), KRKP (International)
Elevation: 24 feet MSL
Ramps and Storage: 30+ ramp tie down spaces. Limited hangar space for transient customers.
Operations: Aransas County Airport Services manages the airport, provides fuel, tie down and hangar storage.
Runways: 14/32 - 5610' x 100' asphalt
18/36 - 4499' X 100' asphalt
No Charge Late Model Crew Cars (when available)
On-Airport Overnight Accommodations with qualifying fuel purchase
The Aransas County Airport is located on SH 35 North, 4.5 miles from downtown Rockport and bordering Fulton. The Aransas County Airport (RKP) occupies over 600 acres, with access by paved roads on three sides and is ready for development with one of the highest elevations in the county. The airport operates two lighted runways, lighted taxiways and other facilities at the airport as well as future sites for development.
The longest runway at RKP(14-32), is 5,600 ft. long and 100 ft. wide and accommodates all aircraft up to 160,000 lbs dual tandem axles. The airport is an all-weather airport with multiple IFR approaches including GPS/LPV approaches to all Runways..
HANGAR INFORMATION
RKP Hangar Availability
Aransas County Airport lost almost all T hangars during Hurricane Harvey but Texans don’t stay down long. We are rebuilding! Ground Breaking on new T Hangar Nest will begin Week of October 7th 2019
Airfield Lighting has been restored! Please check current NOTAMs
View our slideshow for Progress Pictures of our New Hangars.
CAR RENTALS: CALL ENTERPRISE IN ADVANCE
RKP Car Rentals
Late Developing News, As of September 25th 2019, AVIS no longer operates a desk at our airport. Currently the only available rentals in the immediate area are in Aransas Pass at Enterprise. Please contact www.enterprise.com or call 361-758-6233 for rentals. COMING SOON! Hertz Rental Cars will be available at the RKP for Fly-In Customers. Reservations will need to be made in advance online at Hertz.com
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You will be responsible for making arrangements to be picked up by Enterprise
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We have courtesy cars for loan but call ahead for availability and restrictions
AIRPORT INFORMATION
RKP - Aransas County Airport
Rockport, TX
The airport operates two lighted runways, lighted taxiways and other facilities at the airport as well as future sites for development. The longest runway at RKP(14-32), is 5,600 ft. long and 100 ft. wide and accommodates all aircraft up to 160,000 lbs dual tandem axles. The airport is an all-weather airport with multiple published IFR approaches, including GPS/LPV published approaches to all Runway.
Advisory Board
Chairman – Frank Shumate 361-729-7233
Board Members
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Travis McDavid
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Duane Scheumack
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Thurman Dobbs
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Bob Kuhn
Advisors
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Mike Geer, Airport Manager
*The Aransas County Airport Advisory Board meets as needed.
*The meetings are open to the public.
*Agendas and minutes are posted at the Aransas County Courthouse and on the County Website
RKP History
The History of our Airport
By resolution dated April 22, 1943 between the Civil Aeronautics Administration(CAA) and Aransas County, through the Commissioners’ court, it was agreed to build an airport for military purpose and public use. A total of 700 acres of land had been purchased for the airport and on October 21, 1943 the 700 acres was leased to the U.S. Navy for the duration of the national emergency, plus 6 months, for $1 per year.
The exclusive use of the airport facilities was retained by the Navy until March 9, 1948 when it reverted to the county.
On December 5, 1955, the County leased the north 214.8 acres to the U.S. Air Force. The 813th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron dedicated this part of the airport, officially known as the Rockport Air Force Station, on May 16, 1959.
The facility was especially active during the Cuban Missile Crisis, because Russian supplied missiles were capable of reaching this coast. The Radar Station was deactivated in 1965 and the land was returned to the county. This land is now available for use as an Industrial Park.
CONTACT US
MIKE GEER
Tel: 361-790-0141 | Fax: 361-790-0143
Our Friendly Attendants are:
Richard Chatwell
Rocky Chatwell
Blake Edwards
Arron Valdez
421 John D. Wendell Rd.
Rockport, Texas 78382
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1270
Rockport, Texas 78381
OVER 50YEARS OF SERVICE!