Hartford Brainard Airport

Hartford Brainard Airport (HFD/KHFD) is a public general aviation airport located in Hartford, Connecticut, situated along the west bank of the Connecticut River. It is owned and operated by the City of Hartford and serves primarily private, charter, and corporate aircraft rather than scheduled commercial airline service. The airport has a long history dating back to the early twentieth century and was once a more prominent facility in the region before Bradley International Airport assumed the role of the primary commercial gateway for the Hartford-Springfield metropolitan area. Today, Brainard functions as a reliever airport and community aviation hub. The facility features multiple runways and supports flight training, corporate aviation, and light aircraft operations. Its riverside location and proximity to downtown Hartford make it a convenient option for general aviation users accessing the Connecticut capital.