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Caribou Municipal Airport (CAR/KCAR) is a city-owned public-use airport located about two miles northwest of downtown Caribou in Aroostook County, Maine. It mainly serves general aviation, charter, cargo, and emergency services, with a paved main runway and a seasonal turf crosswind runway. Its location in northern Maine near the Canadian border makes it a convenient base for the St. John Valley and Crown of Maine region.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call the FBO ahead for after-hours arrivals and winter operations—runway conditions, frost, and low ceilings can change quickly, and the turf runway is seasonal.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is a short drive from downtown Caribou via Route 1 or the Caribou Connector; a rental car, taxi, or pre-arranged ride is the most practical way to get to and from the field. There is no regular public transit service to the terminal, so arrange ground transportation in advance. If you need commercial flights, plan for the roughly 15-mile drive south to Presque Isle International Airport (PQI).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Caribou Municipal Airport have scheduled commercial flights?
A: No. CAR is primarily a general aviation airport; the nearest scheduled passenger service is at Presque Isle International Airport (PQI), about 15 miles south.
Q: What runways and approaches are available at KCAR?
A: The airport has a paved primary runway (1/19) and a turf crosswind runway (14/32), with pilot-controlled lighting and RNAV approaches; check current NOTAMs for conditions and closures.
Q: Is fuel available at the airport?
A: Fuel and limited services are typically available through the on-field FBO; call ahead to confirm hours, fuel types, and hangar or tie-down availability.
Q: Can I clear U.S. Customs at Caribou Municipal Airport?
A: CAR is not a designated port of entry. International flights should arrange customs clearance at an approved airport before arriving in the U.S.
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