St Lucie County International Airport (FPR)

Fort Pierce, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport

ICAO

KFPR

IATA

FPR

Elevation

24 ft

Region

US-FL

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KFPR

Local Code: FPR

Location: 27.4951° N, -80.368301° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Treasure Coast International Airport (KFPR/FPR), formerly known as St. Lucie County International Airport, primarily serves general aviation, corporate, and flight training needs, also functioning as a key entry point for private aircraft traveling to and from the Bahamas. Recent traveler sentiment, largely from pilots and private aircraft users, generally indicates a positive and welcoming experience, with an emphasis on efficient services and a friendly atmosphere. The airport received its FAA Part 139 Certification in October 2024, enabling commercial airline operations, though current reviews focus on its general aviation functions.

What Travelers Love

Friendly Atmosphere and Efficient Services: The airport is often praised for its welcoming environment and smooth operations.
On-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection: The availability of customs services makes it a convenient stop for international general aviation, with many finding the customs process "quick & friendly".
Full-Service Fixed-Base Operator (FBO): APP Jet Center provides comprehensive services for general aviation, including fuel, oxygen, and personalized care for seamless travel.
Airport Tiki Restaurant: An on-site restaurant offers breakfast and lunch at good prices, enhancing the overall experience for visitors.
Clean Facilities and Renovated Terminal: Travelers appreciate the well-maintained and clean facilities, including a recently renovated Passenger Terminal.
No Landing Fees: This is a notable benefit for pilots using the airport.

Common Complaints

Slow Fuel Payment Process: Some users have experienced delays when paying for fuel at the FBO, as it requires creating an account in their system.
FBO Staff Organization/Training Concerns: Isolated feedback mentions FBO line staff appearing unorganized or undertrained in some instances.
Tight Ramp Space: The Jet Center ramp can sometimes be perceived as smaller or tighter than expected.
Varying Customs Officer Friendliness: While many find customs friendly, some reviews indicate that customs officers may occasionally be perceived as unfriendly.
Aircraft Noise: Noise from aircraft can be a concern for nearby residents.
Pilot Navigation Challenges (Hot Spots/Runway Confusion): For pilots, specific "hot spots" and runway configurations (parallel runways with staggered thresholds) pose a risk for wrong surface landings, requiring heightened vigilance and communication with the tower.

Overall, Treasure Coast International Airport (KFPR/FPR) generally garners positive reviews, especially from the general aviation community, appreciating its comprehensive FBO services, convenient customs, and on-site amenities. While minor inconveniences related to FBO processes and occasional feedback on customs staff exist, the airport is widely regarded as a well-maintained and efficient facility for private and training flights.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`10R/28L`	6492 ft	150 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`14/32`	4756 ft	100 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
ATIS	ATIS	`134.825 MHz`
CNTR	MIAMI CNTR	`132.25 MHz`
CTAF	CTAF	`128.2 MHz`
GND	GND	`119.55 MHz`
RDO	MIAMI RDO	`122.55 MHz`
TWR	FORT PIERCE TWR	`128.2 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`FJ`	Luuce	NDB	`338 kHz`
`FPR`	Fort Pierce	NDB	`275 kHz`

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