Pike County Airport Hatcher Field
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About Pike County Airport Hatcher Field
Pike County Airport, also known as Hatcher Field, is a public-use airport in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. It is owned by the Pike County Regional Airport Board and located six nautical miles (11 km) northwest of the central business district of Pikeville, Kentucky. This airport is included in the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2009–2013, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KPBXNOTAMs
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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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 5,356 ft / 1,633 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 3,455 ft / 1,053 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | INDIANAPOLIS CNTR | 126.575 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pike County Airport Hatcher Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pike County Airport Hatcher Field?
The ICAO code for Pike County Airport Hatcher Field is KPBX, and its IATA code is PVL.
Where is Pike County Airport Hatcher Field located?
Pike County Airport Hatcher Field is small airport located in Pikeville, United States, at an elevation of 1,473 ft (449 m).
How many runways does Pike County Airport Hatcher Field have?
Pike County Airport Hatcher Field has 2 runways, the longest being 5,356 ft / 1,633 m.
What time zone is Pike County Airport Hatcher Field in?
Pike County Airport Hatcher Field is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pike County Airport Hatcher Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pike County Airport Hatcher Field is approximately 7.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pike County Airport Hatcher Field?
The nearest airport to Pike County Airport Hatcher Field is Big Sandy Regional Airport (KK22), about 11.9 nm to the nnw, followed by Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field and Belcher Regional Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pike County Airport Hatcher Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.