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Introduction
Just 17 miles north of the bustling city of Mercury, Nevada, is a private airport called Yucca Airstrip (IATA: UCC), which plays an important role as part of the transportation infrastructure supporting operations at the nearby Nevada Test Site. This unremarkable airstrip — located on Department of Energy property and used for direct support of the work done at one of America's premier research facilities — is owned by the U.S.
Airlines and Destinations
Yucca Airstrip is a private-use airport and does not provide services for commercial passenger flights. Instead, it largely has the task to meet Department of Energy requirements in transporting staff and freight/cargo back and forth between the Nevada Test Site.
People and Flight Count
Because it is already so limited, the airport hasn't provided a more specific count of passengers or flights. But the facility has an essential role in supporting critical work at the Nevada Test Site and thus provides a relatively steady stream of air traffic both to and from it.
How to Get Here
Getting to Yucca Airstrip can take a bit of effort as it's within the perimeter of Area 51, infamous for being one of, if not the, most secretive places on Earth. Before reaching the airport, any visitor or personnel needs to have their clearances/permissions from the Department of Energy.
Parking
Since it is a private facility, no public parking may be found at Yucca Airstrip. The airport was tightly secured, and only authorized personnel had access as well as vehicles.
Transportation Prices
Transport options and costs have not been formalized because this is a small airport with limited public access. School groups, universities, and other interested individuals or organizations will need to work directly with the Department of Energy for transportation on-site.
Terminal Layout
Yucca Airstrip is a minor airport with one runway and little infrastructure. The layout of the airport is planned primarily to meet DOE and Nevada Test Site-specific requirements instead of large commercial aircraft operations.
Navigate the Airport
All of the traffic is authorized on a need-to-fly basis as long as there are vacancies, which makes Yucca Airstrip an area that needs an Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) framework. Signage and little procedures ensure visitors are led through the security they must to get in over to your half of the campus.
Getting Between Terminals
As the airport is relatively small, there are no separate terminals, and land transport between them. Walking or the use of authorized ground transportation is allowed for all individuals in any part of Yucca Airstrip that are necessary to entrance by Authorized Personnel.
Services and Amenities
Yucca Airstrip, as a private-use facility, provides only minimal accommodations and services. The facility is the base road infrastructure controlled and maintained for safe transport to support the Nevada Test Site transportation needs, not the traveling public nor broad passenger-tailored services.
Restaurants and Shops
The Yucca Airstrip facility does not include any restaurants, shops, or other commercial establishments. The airport exists only to allow for the movements of aircraft from the Nevada Test Site (there are no general aviation amenities or public services).
Security and Customs
Security at Yucca Airstrip is critical, as the work which takes place on the Nevada Test Site is sensitive. Everyone and everything entering the airport has to undergo substantial security checks and clearances before they can even enter. There is no customs or immigration, as it is not an international port of entry.
Accessibility
As the Yucca Airstrip is for sole use by the Department of Energy, there are no general aviation services nor facilities at this town airport. One can enter the facility only if they are an authorized employee.
Travel Tips
Yucca Airstrip is accessible only with the approval of the Department of Energy, so plan in advance and work closely with them. Follow the airport's security protocols, transport arrangement, and protocol to ensure a convenient travel process.