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42KY — Pirates Cove Airport

Pirates Cove Airport

Non-ToweredBenton, KY • 380' MSL

42KY WeatherLive METAR & TAF

Wind Component

42KY Runways1 runway

42KY has 1 runway. The longest is 18/36 at 2,544 ft × 32 ft (asphalt).

18/36Lighted2,544 ft × 32 ftAsphalt

FAA NASR data, cycle 2026-09-03

42KY Field Data

42KY field elevation is 380 ft MSL. The standard traffic pattern altitude at 42KY is 1,380 ft MSL (1,000 ft AGL).

Field elevation380 ft MSL
Pattern altitude1,380 ft MSL1,000 ft AGL · standard
Control towerNon-towered

FAA NASR data, cycle 2026-09-03

42KY Frequencies

UNICOM 122.8 MHz — 42KY is non-towered; self-announce position and intentions on UNICOM.

UNICOM122.8

Fly to 42KY

Check 42KY against your personal minimums, plan a route to it, and see the best runway for the current wind — free.

Frequently Asked About 42KY

Is 42KY (Pirates Cove Airport) a towered airport?

No, 42KY is a non-towered airport.

How long is the runway at 42KY?

42KY has 1 runway (18/36). The longest runway is 2,544 feet.

What is the traffic pattern altitude at 42KY?

42KY uses the standard traffic pattern altitude of 1,000 feet AGL — about 1,380 feet MSL at a field elevation of 380 feet.

What is the elevation of 42KY?

42KY (Pirates Cove Airport) has a field elevation of 380 feet MSL.

Where is 42KY located?

42KY (Pirates Cove Airport) is located in Benton, KY.