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Holiday Travel Tips & Reminders
Keep Your Spirits Bright! Arrive Two Hours Before Your Flight. Holiday travel time is finally here. But do not worry, you have nothing to fear. Just be forewarned of what may be; lots of passengers and luggage to see! PGD staff is on the double, so here are some tips to [...]
Travel Tip – Secure & Declare Firearms
The following information is provided by TSA: Transporting Firearms and Ammunition You may transport unloaded firearms in a locked hard-sided container as checked baggage only. Declare the firearm and/or ammunition to the airline when checking your bag at the ticket counter. The container must completely secure the firearm from being [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is Dec. 20!
Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar row. Return to PGD BUZZ
Post Hurricane Ian Update
Bailey Terminal Now Open; Allegiant Flight Operations Have Resumed PGD property and the adjacent area are still being used for FPL staging, Air National Guard staging and other essential services. PASSENGERS Allegiant returned to PGD with several flights inbound and outbound flights on Monday, 10/3/22. PGD is not responsible [...]
Hurricane Ian Preparations
Punta Gorda Airport’s management and operations teams are working to secure the airport property and make preparations for potential impacts from Hurricane Ian. Punta Gorda Airport and its runways will remain open as long as conditions are safe. However, if winds are sustained at ~45 MPH, aircraft operations and [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is Sept. 20!
Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar row. Return to PGD BUZZ
Pilot Advisory – Runway Closures Sept. 6-13
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE Runway 15-33 Closed September 6-13, 2022 As part of the Runway 4-22 Rehabilitation project, we will also be closing Runway 15-33 on Monday, September 5 at midnight and reopening it on Tuesday, September 13 (exact time TBD). What Will Be Open? Runway 9/27 will remain OPEN. [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is August 16!
Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar row. Return to PGD BUZZ
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is July 19!
Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar row. Return to PGD BUZZ
Masks No Longer Required by Federal Law
PGD's Commitment to Your Safety is NONSTOP... Just Like the Flights. Why Fly PGD? Nonstop Flights Flights offered at PGD are direct, so no stopping at another airport for a connection. Convenience Reduce your stress by using a small airport that’s easy and quick to get in and [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is April 19!
NOTE NEW SCHEDULE! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar row. Return to PGD BUZZ
Runway 4-22 Rehabilitation Project
Runway 4-22 to be Rehabilitated Runway 4-22 will be closed for approximately one year beginning in mid January 2022. During its closure, Runway 15-33 will be used as the primary runway for all of PGD’s commercial airline departures and landings. To learn more about the project and frequently asked questions, [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is March 15!
NOTE NEW SCHEDULE! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar row. Return to PGD BUZZ
FAA: 5G & Aviation Safety
PGD is not directly impacted by 5G deployment as we do not have Cat II or Cat III approaches. However, Airport Authority management continues to follow industry news and provide the following resources: Radio Altimeters & 5G Deployment FAA Website: 5G & Aviation Safety [...]
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Advisories & Notices
Pilot Advisory: Limited Staff for FBO Services
Our FBO is currently experiencing challenges with staffing availability. We greatly appreciate your patience as we provide fueling and FBO services at PGD. While we may have limited staff temporarily, we will not compromise your safety or the safety of your aircraft. Thank you for your understanding as we [...]
Holiday Travel Tips & Reminders
Keep Your Spirits Bright! Arrive Two Hours Before Your Flight. Holiday travel time is finally here. But do not worry, you have nothing to fear. Just be forewarned of what may be; lots of passengers and luggage to see! PGD staff is on the double, so here are some tips to [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is October 19
No need for reservations this month! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar number. Return to PGD BUZZ
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is September 21
No need for reservations this month! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar number. Return to PGD BUZZ
Airport Storm Preparations
Punta Gorda Airport’s management and operations teams are working to secure the airport property and make preparations for potential impacts from Tropical Storm Fred.Punta Gorda Airport and its runways will remain open as long as conditions are safe. However, if winds are sustained at ~50 MPH, aircraft operations and tower [...]
Airport Storm Preparations
Punta Gorda Airport’s management and operations teams are working to secure the airport property and make preparations for potential impacts from Tropical Storm Elsa. Punta Gorda Airport and its runways will remain open as long as conditions are safe. However, if winds are sustained at ~50 MPH, aircraft operations [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is June 15
No need for reservations this month! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar number. Return to PGD BUZZ
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is May 18
No need for reservations this month! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar number. Return to PGD BUZZ
Traffic Advisory – Golf Course Boulevard Closures
Closure Between Henry and Challenger Punta Gorda, Fla. (April 15, 2021) – The portion of Golf Course Boulevard between Henry Street and Challenger Boulevard is scheduled for the following closures: Single southbound lane closure on April 20 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. on April 21 Entire road closure [...]
Don’t Feed Wildlife
PRINTABLE FLYER Help us keep aircraft safe by not attracting wildlife to PGD. Do not encourage wildlife by feeding or leaving food for them. Bird strikes can cause significant damage to aircraft and lead to life-threatening incidents. In fact, feeding wildlife is illegal in Florida. Learn more [...]
Aircraft Fueling “Top Off Tuesday” is April 20
No need for reservations this month! Just be present at one of the times respective to your hangar number. Return to PGD BUZZ
FAA to Implement South-Central Florida Metroplex on April 22
News release provided by the FAA. Please direct related questions to the FAA. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on April 22 will implement the first phase of the South-Central Florida Metroplex, the agency’s plan to move flights more safely and efficiently across the southern half of the state. Metroplex [...]
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Advisories & Notices
Holiday Travel Tips & Reminders
Keep Your Spirits Bright! Arrive Two Hours Before Your Flight. Holiday travel time is finally here. But do not worry, you have nothing to fear. Just be forewarned of what may be; lots of passengers and luggage to see! PGD staff is on the double, so here are some tips to [...]
T-Hangar Leases & Badging
Important Changes to Lease Requirements LESSEE INFO SHEET 2021 SAMPLE LEASE BADGING & DRIVERS TEST Dear T-Hangar Tenant: On December 17, 2020, the Charlotte County Airport Authority (CCAA) Board approved an updated Lease and Rules & Regulations [...]
Metroplex EA – Notice of Availability
The FAA has announced it has prepared a Final Environmental Assessment (EA) to consider the potential environmental impacts of the South-Central Florida Metroplex (FL Metroplex) Project. Based on the information and analysis contained in the Final EA, the FAA has also issued a Finding of No Significant Impact/Record of [...]
PGD Thanks Participants for Oct. 13 Training Exercise
Special thanks to the entire team that made PGD’s Triennial Drill a success! This full-scale exercise, required by the FAA every three years, tests the speed and effectiveness of emergency personnel and airport staff in the event of a significant incident. In addition to Charlotte County Fire & EMS, [...]
Advisories For Training Exercise Oct. 13
Airport Stakeholders and emergency responders will take part in a full-scale training exercise at Punta Gorda Airport on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020. Passengers will not be affected by this exercise as all the commercial airline facilities, including entrance and exit roads, parking, the Bailey Terminal and [...]
Airport Storm Preparations
Punta Gorda Airport’s management and operations teams are working to secure the airport property and make preparations for potential impacts from Tropical Storm Laura. Punta Gorda Airport and its runways will remain open as long as conditions are safe. However, if winds are sustained at ~50 MPH, aircraft operations [...]
Pelican Drive Now Closed
The following roads on Punta Gorda Airport property are now closed permanently: Pelican Drive west of Grove Boulevard is closed. Westminster Drive from Pelican Drive to Wharton Avenue is closed. These areas are now fenced in as part of Punta Gorda Airport's operational area. Signage, fences and blockades have [...]
Metroplex EA – Comments Due July 10
The FAA has announced that as part of its Metroplex redesign of Florida airspace they will design Standard Terminal Arrival Procedures for PGD. On May 11, 2020, the Draft EA was publicly released and made publicly available for review and comment. Electronic copies of the Draft EA and supporting [...]
Tenant Notice: Construction Update
Henry Street – 600 Series T-Hangars Improvements to the Runway 15 End Safety Area (RSA) are scheduled to begin the week of July 13, 2020 and be completed by September 1, 2020. The work includes the re-alignment of the Henry Street access road to the 600 Series T-Hangars and [...]
Metroplex EA – Notice of Availability
The FAA has announced that as part of its Metroplex redesign of Florida airspace they will design Standard Terminal Arrival Procedures for PGD’s Runway 4-22. The FAA has prepared a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) to consider the potential environmental impacts for implementation of the South-Central Florida Metroplex. Electronic copies [...]
Tenant Access Remains Open
Punta Gorda Airport remains OPEN for tenants to access to their leased hangars and facilities. Unless notified otherwise, tenant badges are active and should be operating normally. We have provided the Sheriff’s Office with direction on how to identify essential employees by their badge, so they will be able [...]
NOTAMS – PGD Closures Feb. 17-20, 2020
ATTENTION PILOTS & TENANTS Please be advised of the following closures starting Monday, Feb. 17, 2020: Monday through Thursday Taxiway C will be closed from Taxiway A to Taxiway D for milling operations. Tuesday 600-series T-hangars will be closed due to paving on Taxiway E. Any tenant who would like [...]
Air Traffic Control Tower – User Survey
Advisories & Notices
Holiday Travel Tips & Reminders
Keep Your Spirits Bright! Arrive Two Hours Before Your Flight. Holiday travel time is finally here. But do not worry, you have nothing to fear. Just be forewarned of what may be; loads of extra passengers and luggage to see! PGD staff is on the double, so here are some tips [...]
Air Show TFRs Oct. 31 – Nov. 2
The Punta Gorda Airport is hosting the Florida International Air Show Nov. 1-3, 2019. Pilots and tenants should be prepared for multiple Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) starting on Thursday, Oct. 31 as the aerial surveys and practices begin. TFR is 5NM from PGD and from surface to 15,000 feet [...]
Tenant Meeting Oct. 16 – Runway Construction
Tenant Meeting - Construction Impacts & Runway Safety Program Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019 1 p.m. at the Board Room 7375 Utilities Road, PGD Join us to learn more about the Runway Safety Program and upcoming construction phasing plan for 15-33. Speakers include George Harper, Air Traffic Manager and Ben Duke, Airside [...]
Traffic Advisory – Paving On Piper Road
Provided by Charlotte County: TRAFFIC ADVISORY Intermittent Lane Closures on Piper Road Between Henry Street and Jones Loop Road CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2019) – Piper Road, between Henry Street and Jones Loop Road, will have intermittent lane closures on Monday, Oct. 7 until Friday, Oct. 18. This [...]
Advisories For Training Exercise Sept. 17
Law Enforcement and emergency responders from local agencies will take part in a full-scale training exercise at Punta Gorda Airport on the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019. The exercise will simulate an emergency response scenario at the Bailey Terminal and commercial passenger areas. The Viking Avenue entrance road [...]
Airport Hurricane Preparations
Punta Gorda Airport’s management and operations teams are working to secure the airport property and make preparations for potential impacts from Hurricane Dorian. Punta Gorda Airport and its runways will remain open as long as conditions are safe. However, if winds are sustained at ~50 MPH, aircraft operations and [...]
NOTAM for Runway 4-22
Temporary Night Closures Runway 4-22 will be closed at the following times for maintenance surveys: 11 p.m. on 8/13/19 until 6 a.m. on 8/14/19 11 p.m. on 8/14/19 until 6 a.m. on 8/15/19 11 p.m. on 8/15/19 until 6 a.m. on 8/16/19 Runway 15-33 will remain open for aircraft [...]
FAA Expands Opportunities for Safe Drone Operations
Read PGD's Airspace Incursion Safety Notice This news release was provided by the FAA: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) beginning on July 23 will expand the Low Altitude Authorization and Capability (LAANC) system to include recreational flyers. This action will significantly increase the ability of drone pilots to gain [...]
Airspace Incursion Safety Notice
The purpose of this notice is to highlight potential dangers to aircraft around the Punta Gorda Airport, and to ask for community assistance in enforcement of state and federal statutes. View the flyer. Please avoid setting off fireworks, or releasing sky lanterns or balloons, within a five-mile radius of [...]
Travel Tip – Secure & Declare Firearms
The following information is provided by TSA: Transporting Firearms and Ammunition You may transport unloaded firearms in a locked hard-sided container as checked baggage only. Declare the firearm and/or ammunition to the airline when checking your bag at the ticket counter. The container must completely secure the firearm from being [...]
Piper Road Extension Now Open – Use Exit 164 Too
You can now take I-75 exits 161 or 164 to quickly enter and leave PGD! From exit 164, head east on US 17 and turn right at the next intersection. Follow Piper Road for 2.3 miles, and then turn left into the main entrance on Viking Avenue. [...]
Notice to Aviation Community – TFR for October 31
Please see this important PDF regarding the temporary flight restriction (TFR) effective for all PGD operations EXCEPT commercial scheduled service and anyone on a flight plan. No flight training or local flights during this time: October 31 from 5:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. local time. Return to PGD BUZZ [...]
Notice to Aviation Community – TFRs for Air Show Oct. 19-21
Please see the following important PDF memo regarding the Florida International Air Show flying activity at PGD October 19-21, 2018. AIRSPACE TFR FDC 8/9570 ZMA FL..AIRSPACE PUNTA GORDA, FL..TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTION. PURSUANT TO 14 CFR SECTION 91.145, MANAGEMENT OF AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS IN THE VICINITY OF AERIAL DEMONSTRATIONS AND MAJOR [...]
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