Cassidy International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 9m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Cassidy International Airport
Cassidy International Airport is an airport located north of Banana, a settlement on Kiritimati island in Kiribati. Until 2018, it was the only airport in the Kiribati part of the Line Islands with an IATA or ICAO code.
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Live weather
PLCHNOTAMs
PLCHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 6,900 ft / 2,103 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| INFO | AFIS | 118.100 MHz |
| INFO | AFIS | 346.000 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 49% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 99% | 1,580 ft | |
| Feb | 98% | 1,580 ft | |
| Mar | 98% | 1,609 ft | |
| Apr | 98% | 1,654 ft | |
| May | 98% | 1,699 ft | |
| Jun | 98% | 1,662 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 1,691 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 1,600 ft | |
| Sep | 100% | 1,580 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 1,580 ft | |
| Nov | 99% | 1,600 ft | |
| Dec | 99% | 1,617 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,580–1,699 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cassidy International Airport?
The ICAO code for Cassidy International Airport is PLCH, and its IATA code is CXI.
Where is Cassidy International Airport located?
Cassidy International Airport is large airport located in Kiritimati, Kiribati, at an elevation of 5 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Cassidy International Airport have?
Cassidy International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,900 ft / 2,103 m.
Which airlines fly to Cassidy International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cassidy International Airport include Air Pacific, Qantas (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cassidy International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Cassidy International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cassidy International Airport in?
Cassidy International Airport is in the Pacific/Kiritimati time zone (UTC+14:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cassidy International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cassidy International Airport is approximately 9.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cassidy International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.