JAGS McCartney International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 37m 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 JAGS McCartney International Airport
JAGS McCartney International Airport, also known as Grand Turk International Airport, is an airport located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of Cockburn Town on Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos Islands, an overseas territory of the United Kingdom. It is the second largest airport in the territory, after Providenciales International Airport.
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Live weather
MBGTNOTAMs
MBGTReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29▸ displaced | 6,362 ft / 1,939 m | 151 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | PROVO APP | 126.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | MCCARTNEY TWR | 118.600 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 45% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 95% | 1,098 ft | |
| Feb | 98% | 1,076 ft | |
| Mar | 95% | 1,158 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 1,232 ft | |
| May | 96% | 1,417 ft | |
| Jun | 94% | 1,536 ft | |
| Jul | 96% | 1,625 ft | |
| Aug | 96% | 1,699 ft | |
| Sep | 97% | 1,773 ft | |
| Oct | 93% | 1,699 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 1,469 ft | |
| Dec | 93% | 1,224 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,076–1,773 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from JAGS McCartney International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for JAGS McCartney International Airport?
The ICAO code for JAGS McCartney International Airport is MBGT, and its IATA code is GDT.
Where is JAGS McCartney International Airport located?
JAGS McCartney International Airport is medium airport located in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does JAGS McCartney International Airport have?
JAGS McCartney International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,362 ft / 1,939 m.
Which airlines fly to JAGS McCartney International Airport?
Airlines historically serving JAGS McCartney International Airport include Aereonautica militare, PB Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from JAGS McCartney International Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from JAGS McCartney International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is JAGS McCartney International Airport in?
JAGS McCartney International Airport is in the America/Santo Domingo time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at JAGS McCartney International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at JAGS McCartney International Airport is approximately 11.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near JAGS McCartney International Airport?
The nearest airport to JAGS McCartney International Airport is Salt Cay Airport (SLX), about 7.4 nm to the ssw, followed by South Caicos Airport and Harold Charles International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. JAGS McCartney International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.