- Kitale Airport, also known as Wilson Airport Kitale, is a small domestic airport located in Kitale, a town in the Trans-Nzoia County of Kenya. It serves as an important transportation hub for the region, providing air connectivity for passengers and cargo.
- The airport has a single asphalt runway that measures around 1,225 meters in length. It is equipped to handle small aircraft and is primarily used for domestic flights within Kenya, particularly to Nairobi and other major cities.
- Kitale Airport is operated by the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) and has limited passenger facilities such as a terminal building, check-in counters, and basic amenities. Ground transportation options to and from the airport include taxis and private car hire services.
- The airport plays a significant role in supporting various economic activities in the surrounding region, including agriculture, tourism, and commercial trade. It helps facilitate the movement of goods, especially perishable agricultural produce, to national and international markets.
- In recent years, there have been plans to upgrade and expand Kitale Airport to accommodate larger aircraft and handle increased passenger and cargo traffic. This would further boost regional connectivity and enhance the airport's importance as a transportation gateway for the area.