- A county airport is an airport that is owned and operated by a county government. These airports are typically smaller in size compared to international airports and serve regional or local air traffic. County airports are often used for general aviation purposes, including private and small commercial aircraft operations, flight training, and recreational flying. They may also have limited commercial airline service to nearby destinations. County airports play an important role in connecting communities by providing access to air travel and supporting economic development in the region. Examples of county airports include Orange County Airport in New York and Orange County Airport in California.