Fly Into Mountain Air

FIRST TIME LANDING AT MOUNTAIN AIR?

 

Mountain Air is a private facility. Permission to land must be requested and granted prior to arrival.

 

Steps to Fly Into Mountain Air

Flying into Mountain Air is a convenient way to access your mountain getaway. We have established strict procedures in order for all pilots to enjoy a safe arrival and departure from this unique runway.

Pro tip: Landing at Mountain Air is not recommended for new or rusty pilots.

  1. Study takeoff and landing procedures, videos, and Airport Policy & Procedures on this page.
  2. Click to complete >> REGISTRATION FORM
  3. Minimum $1 million liability insurance on the aircraft.  Click to send in a copy of your aircraft insurance declaration page to Mountain Air POA Administration >> MAPOA.ADMIN@MTAIRPOA.COM
  4. The Mountain Air POA Administrator will have a pilot contact you.
  5. Receive your PPR# from Mountain Air POA Administration prior to landing.

Enjoy your time on the Mountain!

Airstrip Specifics

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Airstrip Identifier: 2NC0 (Two NC Zero)

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Length: 2875 feet

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Elevation: 4,436 feet (Highest-elevation runway east of the Mississippi)

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Residents: Community of 50+ pilots

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Aircraft: Airstrip accommodates small jets to all general aviation aircraft and helicopters Variety of aircraft already on mountain include King Air, Pilatus, Cirrus, Cessna, Bonanza, Diamond, Eurocopter, and Robinson helicopters

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Services: Concierge service is provided through the on-site Pro Shop. No fuel or maintenance.

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Close proximity to larger airports with fuel and services: 0A9 (Elizabethton, TN), KAVL (Asheville), KTRI (Johnson City), KSPA (Spartanburg), KHKY (Hickory), KGKT (Gatlinburg), 7A8 (Avery County/Spruce Pine)

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Weather stations and cameras on runway accessible via Internet

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PLEASE NOTE: private airstrip – advanced permission required