Sheppard Air Force Base - SPS Texas
Sheppard Air Force Base is a military base operated by the United States Air Force and owned by the Department of Defense. It is based in Wichita County, Texas, and has a joint agreement with neighboring airport Wichita Falls Municipal Airport to share both runways and taxiways. Sheppard Air Force Base, airport code SPS, has four runways. It is currently the largest base for the Air Education and Training Command, with two major units that specialize in the elite field and combat aviation training.
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Sheppard Air Force Base was named after Senator Morris Sheppard, known famously for initiating Prohibition in the U.S. It began operations in 1941 and became an instrumental training base during World War II. Sheppard Air Force Base not only trains its pilots with specialized flight programs, but also teaches them the engineering mechanics necessary to maintain their aircraft. A few of the cities and areas close to the base include Henrietta, Iowa Park, and Wichita Falls.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the nearby accommodations to Sheppard Air Force Base is Executive Inn and Suites Wichita Falls. This is a cozy, motel-style lodging with colorful interiors and rooms big enough to accommodate a family of five. It also features an indoor pool and is highly recommended by customers for its friendly front desk and maintenance staff. Quality Inn & Suites Wichita Falls I-44 has clean and comfortable amenities, including an outdoor pool and a function room for parties or events. Candlewoods Suites Wichita Falls at Maurine Street and Comfort Inn Wichita Falls North are alternative hotels located within a 3-mile radius from the airport.
On this page it is easy to search for Wichita Falls, TX airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Wichita Falls, TX, United States (SPS-Sheppard Air Force Base) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the SPS airport.
Most of these SPS
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Wichita Falls, TX
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the SPS airport are Midwestern State University, Backdoor Theatre, and Midwestern State University.
Map of Wichita Falls, TX Hotels
View all Wichita Falls, TX, United States (SPS-Sheppard Air Force Base) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Wichita Falls, TX, United States (SPS-Sheppard Air Force Base) location map.
Weather Forecast for Wichita Falls, TX, United States (SPS-Sheppard Air Force Base)
If you planning to travel to Wichita Falls, TX, United States (SPS-Sheppard Air Force Base), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 11:28 AM.
The temperature feels like 85.55 with a humidity level of 48 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 3 percent with visibility at 14.9 percent.
Today’s UV index is 0, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 6 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 1:48 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Saturday
7/6
Few clouds
87°F
High: 94°F
Low: 74°F
Precipitation: 0%
Today
7/7
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
85°F
High: 98°F
Low: 69°F
Precipitation: 90%
Monday
7/8
Thunderstorm with rain
77°F
High: 85°F
Low: 70°F
Precipitation: 75%
Tuesday
7/9
Thunderstorm with rain
79°F
High: 90°F
Low: 66°F
Precipitation: 65%
Wednesday
7/10
Few clouds
79°F
High: 91°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 25%
Thursday
7/11
Few clouds
82°F
High: 93°F
Low: 70°F
Precipitation: 35%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Wichita Falls, TX SPS airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free SPS airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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