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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
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3,937 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 107° |
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Grand Case-l'Espérance Airport - Airport Information
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About Grand Case-l'Espérance Airport
Overview
Grand Case-l'Espérance Airport serves the island of Saint Martin in the Caribbean, located in the French territory of Collectivité de Saint-Martin. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 7 feet mean sea level, it provides essential air transportation links for the local region and tourism sector. The airport is situated at coordinates 18.100057, -63.047444, offering strategic access to this Caribbean destination.
Flying Conditions
Being a Caribbean airport, Grand Case-l'Espérance experiences typical tropical maritime weather conditions with potential wind variability. Pilots should anticipate warm temperatures and potential convective activity typical of the region's climate. The single runway (12/30) is 3,937 feet long and surfaced with asphalt, which provides reasonable operational capabilities for medium-sized aircraft.
Notable Features
The airport's low elevation of 7 feet MSL indicates minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Its geographic position on the island suggests potential for crosswind conditions due to surrounding maritime terrain. The single runway orientation (12/30) provides some flexibility for landing and takeoff directions based on prevailing wind conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 12/30's asphalt surface accommodates medium-sized aircraft operations. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions given the airport's coastal location, which can introduce variable wind patterns. Standard approach procedures should account for the relatively short runway length and potential marine environmental influences.
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