Thanks for doing all the homework!
Kirk,
Looking forward to the trip, thanks for taking the time to look into all this for us. I checked the pilotpub.com listings that another nice poster offered up and the one thing we need to keep in mind is fuel. Seems like most of these smaller islands are scant on fuel and you have to choose an entry airport anyway. Suggest that Spanish Cay might be a bit remote and your first option of Treasure Cay might be the ticket at least for a place to stay and operate out of. Then we have a base for fuel and can do a run out to Spanish Cay or elswhere for lunch, etc if we feel the need to island hop. Large, wide runway with fuel and also customs and immigration 7 days a week, which is key, because you can fuel up and go direct back from there.
Either is fine with me, but Treasure Cay seems to be the easy option. Although the exclusivity of the small private island is alluring, but could also mean that there is less to do there. But who are we kidding - the whole point is to sit on the beach and do nothing!
If you are up for it - let's try to schedule a get together on 2/16 or 2/17. I'll send an e-mail as we get closer and you, Rick and me can decide on a meeting point somewhere between northern VA and western PA and meet for lunch and plan out some of the details.
Kirk, not sure if I have your e-mail, but when you have a chance, please send me your e-mail address to:
rbrooks at hthworldwide dot com
Thanks,
Rob
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BAHAMAS & CARIBBEAN PILOT'S GUIDE[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]
(Phone: 800-521-2120)[/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]Treasure Cay Intl. - MYAT 26.44'N 77.23'W
Runway - 14/32 6,900'x150' Elevation 6'[/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]New asphalt ? Numbered on both ends ? Excellent condition 2,500' ? Overrun both ends[/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]VOR 112.9D, ZTC
NDB 233 ZTC
CTAF 122.8 (most local hotels)[/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]Navigational Aids:[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif][/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]Freeport VOR 113.2D, ZFP 081 Degrees radial 73nm
Nassau VOR 112.7D, ZQA 003 Degrees radial 102nm
Note: Rwy heading is not east/west, possible crosswinds.FSS: 122.3/124.2 [/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]Landing Fees: $5-$15 depending on plane's size. Arrival report required.
Fuel: Yes
Repairs: Marsh Harbour Intl. (20 miles south)
Customs/Immigration: 7 days; Winter: 9:00am-5:30pm, Summer: 9:00am-7:00pm (242)365-8602
Lights: Emergency and prior permission use only
Parking/Tie-Down: Paved ramp SE. Cables, no ties.
Windsock: SE near ramp, lighted. [/FONT]
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[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman, Times, serif]The above information is subject to change. Always check your aviation guides for completely accurate and up-to-date information. Treasure Cay Ltd. does not guarantee the accuracy of the above information, but believes it to be correct.[/FONT]