Duncan Town Airport

MYRD / DCT

Duncan Town, BS

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Duncan Town Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MYRD
IATA Code: DCT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6 ft MSL

Location

City: Duncan Town
Country: BS
Latitude: 22.181801°
Longitude: -75.729500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,800 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Duncan Town Airport

Overview

Duncan Town Airport serves Ragged Island in the Bahamas, located in the southern portion of the island chain. As a medium-sized airport with a single 3800-foot asphalted runway, it provides critical aviation access to this remote region. The airport supports regional transportation needs for Duncan Town and surrounding areas of Ragged Island.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at a low elevation of 6 feet mean sea level, typical of Bahamian island terrain. Being situated at these coordinates (22.181801, -75.729500), the airport experiences maritime tropical weather patterns characterized by generally stable conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential sea-level wind variations and occasional tropical weather influences.

Notable Features

The single runway (13/31) offers directional flexibility for aircraft operations. Its 3800-foot length accommodates medium-sized aircraft, providing reasonable operational capacity for a remote island airport. The asphalted surface suggests relatively consistent runway conditions compared to unpaved alternatives.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 alignment suggests the runway is oriented approximately northeast/southwest, which likely corresponds with predominant wind patterns in this maritime environment. Pilots should conduct standard wind assessment during approach, leveraging the runway's orientation to optimize landing performance. Standard maritime island approach procedures are recommended for safe arrival.

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.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.