Good Vibes
Good amenities and an easy-going ramp — fuel, lounge, coffee, camping and a courtesy car.
About the field
A Public AirportIn the Mountains
Johnson County Airport sits 4 miles south of Mountain City, Tennessee — a public facility perfect for small and larger planes alike, ringed by ridgelines and great views.
Who we are
Small field, full service
We're a public airport, which means the ramp is open to anyone with wings. Pilots stop in for 100LL and Jet A, for hangar space, for avionics and maintenance work — and plenty just come for the view and a cup of coffee in the lounge.
You'll find modern hangars with 24/7 surveillance, a courtesy car for a run into town, camping for anyone who wants to stay a while, a flight school for first-timers, and tandem skydiving through Skydive Mountain City. FAA information is available for the field.
- Public facility, 4 miles south of Mountain City, TN
- Built for small and larger planes alike
- Fuel, hangars, maintenance and avionics on site
- Camping, courtesy car and a pilots lounge
Why come here
"What is it that has always drawn people to Johnson County, TN? What drew the Cherokee, the early pioneers like Daniel Boone and settlers, both old and new? Johnson County is the place where the sun rises first over Tennessee. Here, you can breathe easy, slow down and drink in the beauty. The scenic splendor of the land rivals that of the Great Smoky Mountains, with adventurous trails, peaceful fishing streams, and the unsoiled beauty of Watauga Lake. Here is the 'First Light over Tennessee'."
— Dick Grayson
Getting here
Fly in, or take the scenic road
Nestled in the Northeast corner of Tennessee, Johnson County is closer than you think — and the drive in is half the pleasure.
30 minBoone, NC
1 hourBristol, Johnson City, Jonesborough
2½ hoursKnoxville, Asheville, Greensboro
Or flyStraight into the field
Whether you drive in through Butler, Laurel Bloomery, Shady Valley or Trade, you will encounter scenic country roads, spectacular views, friendly people and no traffic lights until you reach Mountain City.
Why choose us
Six good reasons to point the nose this way
Learn to Fly
A flight school on the field for anyone who's ever looked up and wondered.
Great Destinations
An exciting location — trails, fishing streams and Watauga Lake all within reach.
24/7 Surveillance
Modern hangars for aircraft of any shape or size, watched around the clock.
Family
A community field where regulars and first-time visitors get the same welcome.
Great Expertise
Vast experience on the field — avionics, airframe and powerplant support included.
Plan your arrival
Come see the first light
Tell us when you're coming and we'll have the fuel truck and the coffee ready.