Arizona's high-desert gateway serving Prescott and the region.
Opened
1928
Location
Prescott, United States
Prescott Regional Airport – Ernest A. Love Field (PRC/KPRC) is a public airport located in Prescott, Arizona, situated at an elevation of approximately 5,045 feet above sea level in the Bradshaw Mountains region. It is named in honor of Ernest A. Love, a World War I flying ace from Prescott who was killed in a training accident in 1918.
The airport serves general aviation and limited commercial traffic, providing an important air access point for the Prescott area and surrounding communities in central Arizona. It has historically supported flight training operations due to its favorable flying conditions and proximity to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott campus.
Commercial service at PRC has been intermittent over the years, with various carriers offering connections to Phoenix and other regional hubs. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Prescott.
Terminals
The airport has a small terminal building designed to accommodate the modest volume of commercial and general aviation passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, and ride-share services connecting passengers to downtown Prescott and the broader Yavapai County area.
Airlines here
Commercial service has been provided periodically by regional carriers such as SkyWest Airlines operating under United Express, though scheduled service has varied over time.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Ernest A. Love, a World War I flying ace from Prescott, Arizona.
- ›Sits at an elevation of approximately 5,045 feet above mean sea level.
- ›Serves as a training ground for students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's nearby Prescott campus.
- ›One of the oldest airports in Arizona, with origins dating to the late 1920s.
- ›Located approximately 100 miles north of Phoenix, making it a regional alternative to Sky Harbor International Airport.
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