The H.L. “Sonny” Callahan Airport in Fairhope, Alabama has a 6,600-foot runway with a full-length parallel taxiway, augmented by an automated weather station (AWOS). It can accommodate a full range of propeller and jet traffic in good weather or bad. 

The Fairhope Airport Authority acquired an additional 257 acres of land contiguous to the existing airport, to accommodate new buildings and other facilities which require access or close proximity to the runway environment. Companies or individuals wishing to create facilities at the airport may request further information by email.

Key tenants already located at the airport include a unit of the Alabama Department of Public Safety, and Continental Services which operates a full service FBO including complete maintenance facilities for almost any type of piston airplanes. Large and small hangars are also located on the field.

In March 2023, the FAA announced a $2 million grant to build a new general aviation terminal on the east side of the airport. As Mayor Sullivan said, the terminal will be “an attractive and modern welcoming center which will give visitors a great first impression, reflecting the image of Fairhope, and also further facilitating the business and cultural climate of Fairhope as air traffic into our city grows.” Construction will begin in 2023 with completion expected in fall 2024.

Norman J. Walton, Sr.  Award - City of Fairhope [PDF]

The Academy at the Fairhope Airport 

The Baldwin County Public School System, Faulkner State (now Coastal Alabama) Community College, Enterprise State Community College and the Fairhope Airport Authority have partnered together to offer high school students and adults courses in Aviation, Industrial Maintenance and Welding. The Academy at the Fairhope Airport will provide critical training to supply local business and industry. The Academy is located on the airport just south of Fairhope’s central business district and provides a prime access point for Baldwin County residents.

Fairhope Airport Authority

• Frank "Chip" Groner, Chairman
• Pel Henry
• William Bruce
• Dr. H. Len Strickland
• Amy Pearson
• Don Ward
• Dave Friedel, Airport Manager
• Jack Burrell, Council Representative

Contact us: 251-383-8515

Visit Fairhope Airport website. [External Link]