Avflight Roswell
Roswell, NM
About Avflight Roswell
Avflight Roswell operates the FBO at Roswell Air Center, a civilian airport built on the former Walker Air Force Base in southeastern New Mexico. The military heritage is immediately apparent in the airport's infrastructure: the primary runway stretches to 13,000 feet, long enough for any aircraft type, and the ramp and hangar space are scaled for military operations that once included B-52 bombers. The FBO facility at 100 Southwest Way provides modern amenities including a pilot lounge, conference room, snack bar, and a dedicated flight planning room with computer, printer, and office supplies. WiFi is fast and free, and crew cars are available for ground transportation. Catering, rental cars, and concierge services can be arranged on site. The large ramp and ample hangar space make Avflight Roswell well-suited for larger aircraft that might feel cramped at smaller regional FBOs. Full-service fueling with Avfuel contract fuel and AVTRIP loyalty points is available, and the friendly staff has earned consistently positive reviews from transient pilots and passengers. Roswell is best known for the alleged 1947 UFO incident, and the International UFO Museum and Research Center on Main Street draws curious visitors from around the world. Beyond the extraterrestrial tourism, the city of about 48,000 serves as a regional center for southeastern New Mexico's ranching, dairy, and oil and gas industries. Bottomless Lakes State Park, New Mexico's first state park, is 15 miles east. The airport also functions as a major aircraft storage and maintenance boneyard, with hundreds of retired airliners parked on the expansive former military ramp. For charter passengers passing through southeastern New Mexico or visiting for business in the region's energy sector, Avflight Roswell provides capable, hospitable service at a facility with genuinely impressive runway infrastructure.
Amenities and services
Operations at Roswell Air Center Airport
Downtown Roswell is 8 miles north of the airport, about 12 minutes by car. Uber and Lyft operate in Roswell but availability is limited, especially late at night. Car rentals are available at the airport. If you are heading to the Roswell area for an extended stay, arranging a rental in advance is the reliable option. Albuquerque is 193 miles northwest via US-285 and I-40, approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. El Paso is 203 miles south via US-285 and US-54, also around 2 hours 45 minutes. Carlsbad Caverns National Park is 75 miles southwest, about 1 hour 15 minutes.