What are the operating hours of KSSC?

Shaw Air Force Base operates from 00:00 to 23:59.

What is the tower frequency at KSSC?

The tower frequency at Shaw Air Force Base is 126.65 MHz.

What fuel is available at KSSC?

Shaw Air Force Base offers A++.

Does KSSC require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Shaw Air Force Base (United States).

Where is KSSC located?

Shaw Air Force Base (KSSC) is located in Sumter, United States.

What is the IATA code for KSSC?

The IATA code for Shaw Air Force Base is SSC.

How long is the runway at KSSC?

The main runway at Shaw Air Force Base (04L/22R) measures 3052x46m.

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Shaw Air Force Base (KSSC/SSC) — Sumter, United States

Shaw Air Force Base (KSSC/SSC) serves Sumter, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L). Field elevation is 241 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

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Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KSSC
Name: Shaw Air Force Base
Type: medium_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: 33.972698
Longitude: -80.470596
Elevation: 241 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Sumter
IATA Code: SSC
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/New_York
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 04L/22R

Designation: 04L/22R
Dimensions: 3052x46m
Surface: CON
PCN: 46
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 04R/22L

Designation: 04R/22L
Dimensions: 2443x46m
Surface: CON
PCN: 50
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 126.650 MHz
Ground: 126.100 MHz
Operations: 121.500, 139.600, 243.000, 372.200 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 132.125 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Shaw Air Force Base operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 403-965-3338
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: A++
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification

Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

M0806/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

AERODROME HOURS ARE AS FOLLOWS: 12 JUL: 1430 - 1540, 13 JUL: 1145-2055, 14 JUL: 1145-2200, 15 JUL: 1145-2055, 16 JUL: 1145-2055, 17 JUL: 1145-2000, 18-19 JUL: CLOSED. FOR OFFICIAL BUSINESS OR EMERGENCIES, CONTACT SHAW AFB COMMAND POST DSN: 803-895-1941

2026-07-12 15:12:00 2026-07-19 23:59:00

M0786/26 caution

Taxiway restriction

CAUTION: AIRFIELD TAXI LINES ARE CHIPPED, FADED, AND OBSCURED BY BLACK MOLD.

2026-07-07 22:42:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00

M0788/26 caution

Taxiway restriction

CAUTION: AIRFIELD PAINT MARKINGS ARE CHIPPED, FADED, AND OBSCURED BY BLACK MOLD.

2026-07-07 22:42:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KSSC?: Shaw Air Force Base operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at KSSC?: The tower frequency at Shaw Air Force Base is 126.65 MHz.
What fuel is available at KSSC?: Shaw Air Force Base offers A++.
Does KSSC require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Shaw Air Force Base (United States).
Where is KSSC located?: Shaw Air Force Base (KSSC) is located in Sumter, United States.
What is the IATA code for KSSC?: The IATA code for Shaw Air Force Base is SSC.
How long is the runway at KSSC?: The main runway at Shaw Air Force Base (04L/22R) measures 3052x46m.

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