Union County Airport – Troy Shelton Field (USC)

Union County Airport, Troy Shelton Field is a county-owned, public-use general aviation airport serving Union, South Carolina, and the surrounding Upstate region. Opened in 1970, the airport provides a base for private and business aviation, flight training, and light aircraft operations. Located about 2 km (1 mile) southwest of downtown Union, the airport is well placed for access to the city and nearby Piedmont communities. It operates a single asphalt runway, 5/23, which is 3,508 feet long, and supports general aviation arrivals and departures rather than scheduled airline service. Travelers reaching Union County Airport typically continue by car, taxi, rental car, or pre-arranged private transfer. The airport sits within convenient driving distance of Spartanburg and Greenville, while Charlotte and Columbia are also reachable for regional travel. Although compact, the airport offers essential aviation services including self-serve fuel, hangars and tiedowns, a pilot lounge, and weather reporting, making it a practical gateway for private pilots and business travelers visiting Union County.