The Cavern City Air Terminal, during World War II was used to train Bombardier’s by the United States Army Air Force Training Command. Today, the airfield is a public-use airport located five (5) miles southwest of the central business district of Carlsbad. The airport has 4 runways, 5 taxiways and a large ramp for parking.

Airport Master Record

Commercial Flights

Boutique Airlines is a commercial airline that serves Carlsbad and has flights to Albuquerque and Dallas/Fort Worth. Please contact them at (855-268-8478) to answer any questions and book flights.

Fixed Based Operator

Chandler Aviation at Cavern City Air Terminal—(575)887-1500

FBO serves all aircraft and pilot needs including fuel and hangar space.

Attendance Hours: M-F 6am-8pm, S-S 7am-5pm

Fuel Service and Self Service: Jet A, AVGAS 100LL

Contact Us

CAVERN CITY AIR TERMINAL

1505 Terminal Drive Carlsbad, NM 88220

Airport Manager: Cari Pickens 575-887-3060

Terminal Hours: M-F 5am-5pm, S 5am-10:30am, S 2:30pm-5pm

Pilot’s Lounge: 24/7