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St. Clair County Airport (PLR/KPLR) is a public general-aviation airport serving Pell City and surrounding St. Clair County, Alabama, about 30 miles east of Birmingham. It has a single paved runway and basic GA services, with no scheduled commercial airline service. The airport is a convenient base for visitors to Logan Martin Lake, Talladega Superspeedway, and the Pell City area.
💡 Local Tip
If you're flying in for a Talladega Superspeedway race weekend, reserve tiedown or hangar space and a rental car well in advance—nearby hotels and ground transportation fill up quickly.
🚖 Getting There
Ground transportation from St. Clair County Airport is limited, so arrange a rental car, rideshare, or hotel shuttle before arrival. Pell City is only a few miles away by road, and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is the nearest major commercial airport, roughly 35-40 miles west. Allow extra time on race weekends or holidays when local traffic can be heavy.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for St. Clair County Airport?
A: The airport uses IATA code PLR, ICAO code KPLR, and FAA identifier PLR.
Q: Does St. Clair County Airport have commercial flights?
A: No, it is a general-aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airline service.
Q: What services are available at KPLR?
A: Expect basic GA services such as fuel, tiedowns, and a pilot lounge; check ahead for current hours and availability.
Q: Is there a control tower at St. Clair County Airport?
A: No, the airport is non-towered, so pilots should use standard traffic-pattern procedures and self-announce on the common traffic advisory frequency.
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