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Pine Bluff Regional Airport, also known as Grider Field, is a city-owned public-use airport located about five miles southeast of downtown Pine Bluff, Arkansas. It began as a World War II Army Air Forces training field and today serves general aviation, business, charter, and flight-training traffic for southeast Arkansas. With IATA code PBF and ICAO code KPBF, it is the primary local airfield in the region, though it has no scheduled commercial airline service.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call ahead to the FBO to confirm fuel, after-hours access, and current tower hours, since services can be limited outside normal operating times.
🚖 Getting There
PBF is reached by car via US Highway 65 and I-530, with downtown Pine Bluff about 10 minutes away and Little Rock's Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) roughly 45 miles north. On-site parking is generally easy, but rental cars and rideshare are limited, so arrange a vehicle or pickup in advance. For commercial flights, most travelers use LIT and drive to Pine Bluff.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Pine Bluff Regional Airport (PBF)?
A: There is no scheduled commercial airline service at PBF; the airport primarily supports general aviation, business aviation, charter, and flight training.
Q: How far is PBF from downtown Pine Bluff?
A: It is about 5 miles southeast of downtown Pine Bluff, typically a 10- to 15-minute drive depending on traffic.
Q: What is the airport's other name?
A: Pine Bluff Regional Airport is also known as Grider Field, named in honor of World War I aviator John McGavock Grider; it uses IATA code PBF and ICAO code KPBF.
Q: Are rental cars or rideshare available at PBF?
A: Rental car availability is limited and often requires advance arrangement; taxis and rideshare may also be scarce, so confirm ground transportation before arrival.
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