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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
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6,335 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 98° |
↑ 14.1 kt
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↔ 5.1 kt
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South Caicos Airport - Airport Information
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Overview
South Caicos Airport serves the island of South Caicos in the Turks and Caicos Islands, situated in the Caribbean region. Located at coordinates 21.515699, -71.528503, this medium-sized airport plays a critical role in regional transportation and connectivity for the island. With an elevation of 6 feet mean sea level, the airport provides essential infrastructure for air access to this remote island location.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences typical Caribbean maritime weather patterns characterized by generally stable conditions. Being a low-elevation airport at just 6 ft MSL, pilots can expect minimal terrain-induced weather variations. Wind patterns likely influence runway 11/29 operations, which spans 6,335 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff options.
Notable Features
South Caicos Airport's single runway (11/29) offers a long 6,335-foot asphalt surface suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's low elevation and island location suggest potential crosswind and maritime wind conditions that pilots should carefully evaluate during approach and departure. Its geographic position in the Turks and Caicos archipelago means maritime environmental factors could influence local flying conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 11/29's extended length provides flexibility for various aircraft approach scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime wind influences given the island's coastal location. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant terrain-related approach challenges, but standard maritime airport vigilance regarding wind conditions remains essential for safe operations.
Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.
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