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Poplar Bluff Municipal Airport (POF/KPOF) is a city-owned public-use general aviation airport about three miles north of downtown Poplar Bluff, Missouri. It serves southeast Missouri’s Ozark foothills with a paved primary runway and a turf crosswind runway, plus fuel and hangar/tiedown space for private and business aircraft. There is no scheduled airline service; the field is primarily a base for local pilots, medical/emergency flights, and transient general aviation.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call ahead for fuel and after-hours access, and treat the turf crosswind runway as fair-weather only—especially after heavy rain; the paved primary runway is the reliable all-weather option.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is a short drive north of downtown Poplar Bluff via US 67 or Route 53, with the entrance signed from the nearby highway. Taxi and rideshare availability is limited, so prearrange a ride or ask the FBO about a courtesy car or rental options. For airline connections, most travelers drive to Cape Girardeau (CGI), Paducah (PAH), Memphis (MEM), or St. Louis (STL).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Poplar Bluff Municipal Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. POF is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger flights; travelers typically connect via Cape Girardeau, Paducah, Memphis, or St. Louis.
Q: What runways and facilities are available?
A: The airport has a paved primary runway and a turf crosswind runway, along with fuel, tiedowns, and hangars. Runway conditions and services can vary, so check NOTAMs and call the FBO before arrival.
Q: Is the airport towered?
A: No, POF is a non-towered field. Pilots should use the published CTAF/UNICOM frequency, self-announce, and activate pilot-controlled lighting if arriving after dark.
Q: How far is it from downtown Poplar Bluff?
A: It is roughly a 10-minute drive north of downtown. Taxi and rideshare service can be limited, so arrange ground transportation in advance.
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