Monte Caseros Airport — Monte Caseros, Argentina
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Monte Caseros Airport
MCS is Monte Caseros Airport, serving the town of Monte Caseros in Corrientes province, northeastern Argentina, near the border with Uruguay along the Uruguay River. This is a small regional airport primarily used for general aviation, agricultural flying, and occasional government or charter flights, reflecting the town's modest size and rural surroundings dominated by rice, citrus, and cattle farming. Monte Caseros has historical significance in Argentine history, having given its name to an important nineteenth-century battle, though the modern airport itself has no connection to that era. Scheduled commercial service to MCS has historically been limited or nonexistent, with most regional travelers instead relying on road connections to larger Corrientes or Entre Ríos cities for onward air travel.
Runways at Monte Caseros Airport (MCS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 4068 ft (1240 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | GRE |
| 18L/36R | 4323 ft (1318 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | GRE |
Radio frequencies for Monte Caseros Airport (MCS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | RDO | 118.7 MHz |
Airports near Monte Caseros Airport (MCS)
- Curuzu Cuatia Airport (UZU) — 64.6 km (40.1 mi)
- Rubem Berta Airport (URG) — 79.5 km (49.4 mi)
- Paso De Los Libres Airport (AOL) — 80.0 km (49.7 mi)
- Comodoro Pierrestegui Airport (COC) — 119.0 km (73.9 mi)
- Nueva Hesperides International Airport (STY) — 133.8 km (83.1 mi)
- Goya Airport (OYA) — 200.2 km (124.4 mi)
- Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport (RVY) — 221.3 km (137.5 mi)
- Reconquista Airport (RCQ) — 229.9 km (142.9 mi)
MCS is Monte Caseros Airport in Corrientes, Argentina, near the Uruguay border. Searchers should know scheduled commercial flights are limited, with the airport mainly serving general aviation and agricultural traffic.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Monte Caseros Airport?
The IATA code for Monte Caseros Airport is MCS.
What is the ICAO code for Monte Caseros Airport?
The ICAO code for Monte Caseros Airport is SARM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.