Pine Cay Airport (PIC)
Pine Cay
The Pine Cay Airport (also known as Cowles Field) is a 2,800-foot (850-meter) surfaced airstrip on the private island of Pine Cay.
This airstrip is only suitable for small propeller planes. In addition, as the Pine Cay Airport is not fenced in, it’s advisable to conduct a flyby to ensure that the runway is clear before landing.
The airport is primarily used by residents and visitors of Pine Cay as an alternative to arriving via boat (which is the more popular option).
There is no terminal or other facilities, such as restrooms or a restaurant, at the airstrip.
| Pine Cay Airport Facts | |
| Airport Code | IATA: PIC, ICAO: MBPI |
| Runway Length | 2,800 feet (850 m) |
| Elevation | 3 feet (1 m) |
| Runway Direction | 11/29 |
| Clearance Status | Private |
Immigration and Customs
Pine Cay Airport is a domestic airstrip, and there are no stationed government immigration or customs officers at any time.
For entry to the Turks and Caicos, it’s necessary to initially land at one of the country’s international airports to clear immigration and customs.
The FBOs on the island of Providenciales offer private clearance facilities.
Flights
There are no scheduled domestic (or international) flights to Pine Cay.
Fuel and Aircraft Services
Aircraft fuel, as is the case with customs and immigration clearance, is not available on Pine Cay.
The Providenciales International Airport (PLS) and its FBOs are the primary sources of fuel in the Turks and Caicos.