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    Aviation

    As of March 2026, Pennsylvania ranks 17th in the country in the number of public-use aviation facilities with 119 airports, heliports, and seaplane bases. According to a 2022 study, the state's public-use facilities provide an annual economic impact of $34.1 billion to the state. The aviation industry also supports more than 200,000 jobs making it one of the largest employment sectors in the state. Pennsylvania also supports the state's 219 private-use airports and 282 private-use heliports.

    Aviation Services

    Apply for an Aviation Grant

    Apply for one of the four grant programs for airport development that PennDOT administers using eGrants.

    Apply for an Aviation Grant

    Apply for or Renew an Airport or Heliport License

    If you are a new airport or heliport owner looking to build a new airport or helipad in Pennsylvania, you are required to apply for a license. You also need to renew your license every three years.

    Apply for or Renew an Airport or Heliport License

    Apply for an Airport Licensing Waiver

    If you run an airport in Pennsylvania and want to avoid certain airway requirements, you need to apply for an airport licensing waiver.

    Apply for an Airport Licensing Waiver

    Register an Unmanned Aircraft System/Drone

    If you plan to operate an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), you must be aware of the rules and regulations that govern the use of drones. All drones, both recreational- and commercial-use weighing between 0.55 lbs and 55 lbs, must be registered with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

    Register an Unmanned Aircraft System/Drone

    Submit a Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration on or Near a Public Airport

    If you plan to build a new structure, to add to an existing structure, or to erect or maintain an object, natural or manmade, in close proximity to a public airport, as must first submit a written notice for approval at least 30 days in advance.

    Submit a Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration on or Near a Public Airport

    Contact Bureau of Aviation

    Business Hours
    8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

    Executive Office and Administration
    400 North Street
    Harrisburg, PA 17120
    Phone: 717-705-1200
    Fax: 717-705-1255

    Flight Services
    611 Ross Avenue
    New Cumberland, PA 17070
    Phone: 717-346-4304
    Fax: 717-705-1255

    Planning and Programming
    Phone: 717-705-1251

    Engineering and Project Management
    Phone: 717-705-1250

    Licensing and Safety
    Phone: 717-705-1237​
    Fax: 717-705-1245