Presque Isle International Airport — Presque Isle, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Presque Isle International Airport (Presque Isle) is PQI — its ICAO code is KPQI.
Distance & flight time from PQI
Presque Isle International Airport
PQI, Presque Isle International Airport, serves Aroostook County in the far northeastern reaches of Maine, United States. Despite the 'International' designation, PQI functions mainly as a small regional airport with Essential Air Service subsidized flights connecting to Boston, a lifeline for this remote, sparsely populated agricultural region known for potato farming. The airport has a long aviation history, having served as a World War II-era Army Air Forces base with a notably long runway, a legacy still visible in its infrastructure today. PQI also supports general aviation, cargo, and occasional charter traffic. Its International status stems from proximity to the Canadian border and past customs facilities.
Runways at Presque Isle International Airport (PQI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 7441 ft (2268 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 10/28 | 6000 ft (1829 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Presque Isle International Airport (PQI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 118.025 MHz |
| CLD | BOSTON CLNC DEL | 121.6 MHz |
| CNTR | BOSTON CNTR | 124.75 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Presque Isle International Airport (PQI)
- Caribou Municipal Airport (CAR) — 20.4 km (12.7 mi)
- Saint-Léonard Airport (YSL) — 54.4 km (33.8 mi)
- Houlton International Airport (HUL) — 65.8 km (40.9 mi)
- Fredericton International Airport (YFC) — 147.9 km (91.9 mi)
- Rivière-du-Loup Airport (YRI) — 166.8 km (103.6 mi)
- Charlevoix Airport (YML) — 193.3 km (120.1 mi)
- Charlo Airport (YCL) — 194.0 km (120.5 mi)
- Miramichi Airport (YCH) — 200.5 km (124.6 mi)
PQI is Presque Isle International Airport in Maine, USA, serving Aroostook County via subsidized flights to Boston. People searching PQI often want current airline service or its WWII military airfield history.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Presque Isle International Airport?
The IATA code for Presque Isle International Airport is PQI.
What is the ICAO code for Presque Isle International Airport?
The ICAO code for Presque Isle International Airport is KPQI. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.