CTZ · KCTZ · Sampson County Airport

Sampson County Airport (CTZ)

Clinton, United States · small airport · 34.976° -78.365° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCTZ
ICAO CodeKCTZ
Typesmall airport
NameSampson County Airport
MunicipalityClinton
CountryUnited States
ContinentNA
Latitude34.976° N
Longitude-78.365° W
Elevation148 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryUnited States
ISO Code
RegionClinton
Continent CodeNA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/New_York
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-5
DST OffsetUTC-4
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – September
Pleasant temperatures across most regions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving CTZ

AA — American AirlinesDL — Delta Air LinesUA — United AirlinesWN — Southwest AirlinesAS — Alaska AirlinesB6 — JetBlueAC — Air Canada

🌡 Climate — Temperate (35.0°N)

Jan
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
17°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
Nov
12°
Dec
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Sampson County Airport (CTZ) is a small general aviation facility serving Clinton, North Carolina, and the surrounding rural Sampson County region in the southeastern part of the state. The airport primarily caters to private pilots, corporate aircraft, and flight training rather than commercial airline service. Its single runway and modest infrastructure make it a convenient gateway for visitors exploring eastern North Carolina's agricultural heartland.

💡 Local Tip
Clinton hosts the annual North Carolina Poultry Festival, so if you're visiting during the festival weekend, book accommodations well in advance as the town's small inns fill up quickly with festival-goers.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is located just a few miles south of downtown Clinton, making it a quick drive via local roads. Rental car services are limited, so arranging ground transportation in advance is recommended. Visitors flying in privately will find the airport easy to access from US-701 and other regional highways.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Sampson County Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No, CTZ is a general aviation airport with no scheduled commercial flights.

Q: What is the airport used for?
A: It primarily serves private pilots, business aviation, flight training, and recreational flying.

Q: How long is the runway at KCTZ?
A: The airport features a single asphalt runway suitable for small to mid-size general aviation aircraft.

Q: Is there an FBO or fuel available?
A: Yes, the airport offers fuel services and basic pilot amenities through its on-site facility.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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