Ascension Island Airport is located on Ascension Island, a remote volcanic island in the South Atlantic Ocean. The airport, officially known as Wideawake Field, serves as a key transportation hub for both military and civilian flights. It has a single asphalt runway that accommodates various aircraft, facilitating travel to and from the island. The airport plays a vital role in supporting the island's small population and the activities of the nearby United States and United Kingdom military bases. It also provides access for researchers and tourists visiting the island's unique wildlife and natural landscapes.