The new $14.5 million Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport (IXA) officially opened for business on May 1, 2009.  This general aviation airport consists of a 5,500 foot runway, modern terminal facilities, 18 T-Hangars, fuel farm, and corporate hangar facilities. Construction of a parallel taxiway is underway and installation of an Approach Lighting System (ALS) will begin this fall. 

The Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport is located at 700 Gregory Farm Road, just 5 minutes from Interstate 95. For a location map, click here.

The Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport is owned and operated by the Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport Authority. Up-to-date airport facilities are vital to attracting new and expanded business and opportunities. The new Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport represents a unique regional partnership involving the counties of Halifax and Northampton and the City of Roanoke Rapids to promote growth and economic development opportunities for the area.

The following facilities are available at the Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport:

5,500' Runway
A 5,500' X 100'  runway can accommodate private and corporate aircraft.

Terminal Facilities
Our modern terminal building has a spacious lobby and vending area, visitor information center, operations room, offices, conference room, pilot lounge, quiet room and other facilities. These facilities provide comfortable amenities found at many larger airports.

Fuel
Fuel facilities are now available self-service 24 hours a day and offer Jet A and 100 LL fuels.

Hangars
There are 18 T-Hangars located at the Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport. All of the hangars are currently leased. Construction of five additional hangars has just been completed and ready for lease. For additional information about hangars, contact Ralph Johnson, Airport Manager, at 252-583-3492.

Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS)
The Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport is equipped with an FAA-certified Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS). Minute-to-minute updates are available to pilots by VHF radio at 119.975 radio. AWOS data is available to off-site users by calling 252-583-3446.

Approach Lighting System (ALS)
Installation of an Approach Lighting System (ALS) will begin in the fall of this year.

Halifax Corporate Park
The Halifax Corporate Park is a 700-acre industrial park located adjacent to the Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport. Just minutes from Interstate 95, the Halifax Corporate Park can provide an exceptional business location and amenities needed to ensure business success. Click here for additional information regarding the Halifax Corporate Park.

Links for Aviation Related Information:

AirNav.com
Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association
North Carolina Division of Aviation
Federal Aviation Administration
North Carolina Airports Association
Visitor Information - Halifax County
Halifax County Travel Map

For additional information regarding the Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport, contact:

Ralph Johnson, Airport Manager
700 Gregory Farm Road
Halifax, NC 27839
Phone:  252-583-3492
Fax:  252-583-3493
E-Mail:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

City of Roanoke Rapids Main Switchboard Phone: (252) 533-2800

Aquatic Center Phone: (252) 533-2847

Canal Museum & Trail Phone: (252) 537-2847

Chaloner Recreation Center Phone: (252) 533-2847

City Manager/Clerk's Office Phone: (252) 533-2840

Finance Department Phone: (252) 533-2841

Fire Department (Non-Emergency) Phone: (252) 533-2880

Human Resources Department (Personnel) Phone: (252)533-2845

Jo Story Senior Center Phone: (252) 533-2847

Main Street: (252) 533-2838

Planning & Development Department (Code Enforcement/Zoning) Phone: (252) 533-2844

Police Department (Non-Emergency) Phone: (252) 533-2810

Public Works Department (Trash Pickup) Phone: (252) 533-2846

Roanoke Rapids Public Library Phone: (252) 533-2847

Roanoke Rapids Tax Office Phone: (252) 533-2842

TJ Davis Recreation Center Phone: (252) 533-2847

The Roanoke Rapids City Council meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall. 

2024 City Council Regular Meeting Schedule

January 2, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                      January 16, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

February 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                    February 20, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

*March 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                     March 19, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

April 2, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                           April 16, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

May 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                            May 21, 2024 at 5:30p.m.

June 4, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                          June 18, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

July 2, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                           July 16, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

August 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                       August 20, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

September 3, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                  September 17, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

October 1, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                      October 15, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

*November 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.               November 19, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

December 3, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.                   December 17, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are held at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall located at 700 Jackson Street.

 * Note: The regular meeting date was changed.

Any changes to this schedule will be posted on the main bulletin board in the Clerk's Office and on the door of the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.