Aviation Guide for Georgia

Comprehensive aviation resource for Georgia pilots and aircraft owners. Explore financing options, local flying conditions, and community resources.

Georgia Airports & Facilities

Airport Network

Public Airports80
Private Airports350
Flight Schools20

Major FBOs

  • Atlantic Aviation
  • Georgia Air Service
  • Peach State Aviation

Regional Flying Characteristics

Weather & Terrain

VFR Days/Year230
Terrain TypePiedmont to Appalachian mountains
Airspace ComplexityClass B Atlanta; Class C/D multiple

Common Flight Routes

  • Atlanta to Asheville
  • North Georgia mountain flights
  • Atlanta metropolitan

Georgia features a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. The state experiences moderate to significant precipitation and occasional severe weather. Northern mountainous regions offer diverse terrain and weather patterns.

Georgia Financing Factors

Taxes & Registration

State TaxesSales tax on aircraft and fuel
RegistrationGeorgia aircraft registration required

Hangaring & Insurance

Hangar AvailabilityExcellent in metro areas
Average Monthly Cost$350-$650/month
Insurance NotesModerate rates; mountain region considerations

Local Aviation Community

14
EAA Chapters
10,200
Estimated Pilots
2
Annual Events

Notable Destinations

  • North Georgia mountains
  • Savannah coastal flights
  • Appalachian foothills

Annual Events

  • 🎯 Atlanta Airshow
  • 🎯 Georgia Peach Aviation events

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