Polson Airport
1 mile W of Polson, MT · FAA Identifier: 8S1 · Elevation: 2941 ft MSL
Airport Overview
Polson Airport (8S1)
Polson Airport (8S1) is a public-use general aviation airport located one mile west of the city of Polson, Montana on the southern shore of Flathead Lake — the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River.
The airport has been open to the public since April 1940 and is operated under the Lake County Joint Airport Board. Fuel (100LL and JET A) is available via 24-hour self-service, and major airframe and powerplant services are offered.
Polson and Flathead Lake offer exceptional summer recreation including watercraft rentals, fishing, camping, hiking, and world-class lodging. It is an ideal fly-in destination for pilots exploring northwest Montana.
Quick Facts
- FAA Identifier
- 8S1
- Location
- 1 mile W of Polson, MT 59860
- Coordinates
- 47-41.726667N
114-11.116667W - Elevation
- 2941 ft MSL
- Activated
- April 1940
- Status
- Open to public
Runway
- Designation
- RWY 18/36
- Length
- 4195 ft
- Width
- 75 ft
- Surface
- Asphalt
Fuel & Services
- 100LL Fuel Available
- JET A Fuel Available
- 24-hour self-service
- Major airframe service
- Powerplant service
Hangars & Ground Leases
Information on hangar rentals and ground leases at Polson Airport may be obtained from the airport manager directly.
Contact for InfoPlanning Documents
Polson Airport – Master Plan
Airport Layout Plans (ALP) and planning documents for Polson Airport (8S1).
For full master plan documents including ALP sheets, visit the Master Plan page.
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For hangar rentals and ground leases, contact the individual airport managers. Board meetings are open to the public and held monthly.