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Hanchey Army Heliport (HEY)
Hanchey Army Heliport (HEY) serves Fort Novosel and the nearby city of Ozark in southeastern Alabama's Wiregrass region. From the heliport, travelers can continue to Ozark, Enterprise, Dothan and surrounding towns.
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About Hanchey Army Heliport
Hanchey Army Heliport is a U.S. Army military heliport serving Fort Novosel, formerly known as Fort Rucker, in Dale County, Alabama. The installation is home to the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence and is an important center for Army aviation training.
Located about 6 nautical miles (11 km) south of Ozark, the heliport supports military rotary-wing operations and is not a public commercial airport. It operates a single helicopter runway, designated 17/35, with an asphalt surface.
The heliport sits in the Wiregrass region of southeastern Alabama, with Dothan and Enterprise among the larger nearby communities. Access is restricted, and landing requires prior permission from the U.S. Army.
For those travelling in the area, Ozark provides lodging, dining and services, while onward journeys to Enterprise, Dothan and other regional destinations can be made by private transfer, rental car or arranged group transportation.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Hanchey Army Heliport is a military heliport serving Fort Novosel and does not operate separate public passenger terminals. Flight operations are concentrated around a single helicopter runway, designated 17/35, supported by U.S. Army aviation facilities.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Hanchey Army Heliport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Hanchey Army Heliport to Ozark, Enterprise, Dothan and other destinations across southeastern Alabama.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Ozark, Fort Novosel, Enterprise, Dothan and the surrounding Wiregrass region.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel from the Ozark and Fort Novosel area to Dothan, Enterprise and other nearby destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for group travel between Fort Novosel, Ozark, Dothan, Enterprise and nearby event venues or business locations.
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