MBNC

VFR

NORTH CAICOS INTL

BOTTLE CREEK AND WHITBY

Elev
12'
Longest RWY
4,193'08/26
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR00:00Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into MBNC
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,012'
MSL · field 12' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 08
H/W +8 · X/W 0 kt

METAR & TAF MBNC

MBNC does not publish a METAR.

Showing the nearest reporting station: MBPV (PROVIDENCIALES INTL) · 20.1 NM away. Conditions at MBNC may differ.

METAR · MBPV

Observed 00:00Z

MBPV 100000Z 07008KT 9999 SCT012 27/21 Q1016
Wind
070° @ 8 kt
Visibility
Temp / Dew
27°C / 21°C
Altimeter
Clouds
SCT
Density alt
1,455 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

ARTCC
ZMA · MIAMI

Airport manager

Name
AERODROME ADMINISTRATION

Flight service · Hours

FSS MIA
MIAMI1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • DAWN TO DUSK; OTR HRS ON REQ.

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
070° · 8 kt
RWY 08
060°M
Head/Tail
+8 kt
Crosswind
0 kt

Pattern entry · RWY 08

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 08 · 060° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,012 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
08/26Favored60° / 240°4,193 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
084,193'4,193'4,193'4,193'
264,193'4,193'4,193'4,193'

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

No charts indexed for MBNC yet.

Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
Not available

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Not published
Customs
Not available

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • Bird hazard.Show FAA
  • Firefighting equipment includes three foam tenders, each with 3,025 gallons of water, 360 gallons of foam, and 992 pounds of dry chemical available.Show FAA
  • Aircraft must avoid overflying restricted area MB R001 approximately 1 nautical mile northwest unless above 2,500 feet.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 08/26Fixed intensity lighting is available only on request.Show FAA

Other notes

  • North Caicos information service.Show FAA
  • Foreign civil government landing fees and diplomatic clearance may be required.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · MBNC

Answer card
ICAO
MBNC
Name
NORTH CAICOS INTL
Location
BOTTLE CREEK AND WHITBY
Elevation
12 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,012 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
08/26 · 4,193 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
1
Magnetic variation
10°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
070° at 8 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 08

North Caicos Intl sits at Bottle Creek and Whitby in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Field elevation is 12 ft MSL. The airport has one runway, 08/26, which is 4,193 ft long and paved asphalt. There is no control tower. CTAF is 118.85.

No ILS approaches are published here. Pattern altitude is not published, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL pattern unless local procedures or ATC say otherwise. The field is low and coastal. Expect bird activity. That matters on arrival and departure. Fixed intensity runway lighting is available only on request.

There are no on-field FBOs listed in the facts. Contact the airport operator directly before arrival, or call the field on CTAF for current service availability. The published remarks also note that foreign civil government landing fees and diplomatic clearance may be required. Check that early if you are arriving from outside the area.

One more item to brief before descent. Aircraft must avoid overflying restricted area MB R001 about 1 NM northwest unless above 2,500 ft. Use the current Chart Supplement for any updated local procedures before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway at North Caicos Intl (MBNC)?
MBNC has one runway. It is 08/26 and it is 4,193 ft long with an asphalt surface.
Does MBNC have a control tower?
No. MBNC is non-towered, so use CTAF 118.85 for traffic calls and airport coordination.
Is there an ILS at North Caicos Intl?
No ILS approaches are published for MBNC. Check the current Chart Supplement for the latest approach options before you file.
What is the field elevation at MBNC?
Field elevation is 12 ft MSL.
What is the pattern altitude at North Caicos Intl?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL unless local procedures or ATC give you different guidance.
Can I use runway lights at MBNC at night?
Fixed intensity lighting is available only on request. Plan ahead and confirm lighting availability before a night arrival.
Are there any operational cautions for flying into MBNC?
Yes. Bird hazard is published. Aircraft must also avoid overflying restricted area MB R001 about 1 NM northwest unless above 2,500 ft.
Do I need to check for landing fees or diplomatic clearance at MBNC?
Yes. The published remarks say foreign civil government landing fees and diplomatic clearance may be required. Verify with the airport operator before arrival.

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