Eastern Montana's regional gateway serving Miles City.
Location
Miles City, United States
Miles City Airport - Frank Wiley Field (MLS/KMLS) is a public-use general aviation and regional commercial airport located in Miles City, Montana, serving Custer County and the surrounding eastern Montana region. The airport is named in honor of Frank Wiley, a notable figure in Montana aviation history.
The facility supports limited scheduled commercial service alongside general aviation operations, providing an important air link for a rural community situated far from Montana's larger urban centers. Its runway infrastructure accommodates small regional aircraft typical of Essential Air Service routes.
The airport has historically received Essential Air Service subsidies from the U.S. Department of Transportation, reflecting the remote nature of Miles City and the community's reliance on air travel for connectivity to major hubs.
Terminals
The airport features a small, single terminal building suited to low-volume regional passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options are limited, with rental cars being the primary means of travel between the airport and downtown Miles City.
Airlines here
The airport has been served by regional carriers operating under Essential Air Service contracts, including Cape Air at various periods.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Frank Wiley, a pioneer in Montana aviation.
- ›Receives Essential Air Service subsidies due to its remote location.
- ›Located in Custer County in eastern Montana.
- ›The primary runway supports small regional turboprop and piston aircraft.
- ›Serves a largely agricultural and ranching community in the Yellowstone River valley.
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