Located in central Pierce County, five miles from downtown Puyallup and the Washington State Fairgrounds, Pierce County Airport-Thun Field functions as a key community transportation and emergency services facility. With Mt. Rainier only 25 miles to the southeast, Thun Field offers spectacular scenery from both the ground and the air. Pilots and aviation enthusiasts alike appreciate the location, the facilities, and the beautiful views of Thun Field.
Capabilities
The runway at Thun Field, measuring 3,650 feet long by 60 feet wide, is capable of handling all general aviation aircraft, from light sport to small business jets. Available aviation support and airport services include:
Aircraft repair and maintenance
Aircraft storage and parking
Aviation fuel and oil sales
Avionics repair
Charter and business flights
Flight supplies and equipment
Flight training
Services
Fuel: 100LL
24/7 self-serve facility with credit card (self-serve located at midfield apron)
Aircraft repair
Avionics sales and repair
Flight training
Bar and grill restaurant (21+) with observation deck
Pilot Operations
AWOS: 128.575
CLNC DEL: 121.85
CTAF/UNICOM: 122.7
APP/DEP: 126.5
Approaches:
GPS Rwy 35
Latitude: 47°06'14'' N
Longitude: 122°17'14'' W
AWOS: (253) 848-2748
Fuel: 100LL
Runway 17/35: 3650' x 60', Asphalt
Taxiway: 3650' x 35'
Pavement Load Limit:
12,500 lbs. Single Wheel Axle
The Snow Control Plan states the roles, responsibilities and actions that will occur during snow events.
Pilot-Tenant Meetings
Pilot-Tenant meetings are held on an as-needed basis and not on a regular schedule. A News Flash will be issued whenever a meeting is planned; the date, time, and location will also be posted here.
Events at Airport
If you want to hold an event at the airport, please fill out the Event Application and submit to Pierce County Planning and Public Works at least 90 days prior to your event date.
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