Hamilton County Board of Commissioners in Indiana has officially acquired Sheridan airport, located in Adams Township just three miles north of Sheridan. The transfer of ownership became effective on 21 July.

Originally opened in 1948, the public-use airport features a 3,760-foot paved runway and a hangar capable of housing multiple aircraft. It becomes the second airport under county ownership, joining the Indianapolis Executive Airport in Zionsville.

The acquisition forms part of Hamilton County’s ongoing efforts to meet the increasing aviation needs of both public and private sectors. The county currently records over 41,000 aircraft movements annually, a number expected to rise further alongside continued population and economic growth. Situated close to the U.S. 31 corridor, Sheridan airport will provide additional aircraft storage capacity and help ease congestion at nearby facilities.

“This is a strategic investment in our county’s future,” says county councilor Brad Beaver. “Indianapolis Executive airport continues to see an increase in business jet traffic. By contrast, Sheridan will serve piston-engine aircraft. It gives us the flexibility and space we need to support growth across all sectors; commercial, private and recreational.”