Airport
Tonopah Test Range Airport (XSD)
Tonopah Test Range Airport (XSD) serves the restricted Tonopah Test Range southeast of Tonopah, Nevada, and lies about 140 miles northwest of Las Vegas. Access is limited to authorized personnel and pre-approved flights, with onward road travel available to Tonopah and other central Nevada destinations.
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About Tonopah Test Range Airport
Tonopah Test Range Airport (XSD) is a restricted military airfield serving the Tonopah Test Range in south-central Nevada. Activated in 1969, it supports U.S. Air Force, Department of Energy, and contractor flight operations rather than scheduled commercial passenger service.
The airport sits about 27 nautical miles (31 mi / 50 km) southeast of Tonopah, Nevada, and roughly 140 miles northwest of Las Vegas. Its long concrete runway and support facilities serve test-range, military, and specialized shuttle flights, with all landings requiring prior permission.
Because the airfield lies within controlled range land, access is limited to authorized personnel and approved visitors. Road access leads to U.S. Route 6 and onward to Tonopah, while Las Vegas is the main regional hub for connecting travel.
Passenger amenities are limited, and the airport does not function as a public gateway. Travelers with approved business should coordinate access and ground transport in advance.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Tonopah Test Range Airport is a restricted military and test-range airfield without a conventional public passenger terminal. It supports military, contractor, and authorized test-range flights, with access controlled and prior permission required.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Tonopah Test Range Airport
Transfers
Pre-arranged private transfers can support authorized personnel and approved visitors travelling between Tonopah Test Range Airport, Tonopah, and other approved Nevada destinations.
Hourly Chauffeur
A professional chauffeur can be booked by the hour for authorized personnel needing flexible road travel around Tonopah, Las Vegas, or the surrounding region.
Car Rental
Rental cars can be arranged in Tonopah or Las Vegas for approved travellers who need independent road transport to and from the Tonopah area.
Bus & Group Transfers
Minibuses or charter buses can be organized for authorized work crews and approved groups travelling between the airport area, Tonopah, and regional destinations.
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