Tamworth Regional Airport is owned and operated by Tamworth Regional Council. The airport is located 10km from the city and plays a significant role in the local community. Tamworth enjoys a history of aviation excellence and is home to major aviation training schools and businesses. Governments and private enterprise continue to invest in its development of the Tamworth Regional Airport, which is one of the largest of the regional airports in Australia and capable of operations for aircraft as large as B737/A320 series.