Place

First Flight Airstrip

A small plane with blue and white checkerboard on the tail and nose is in motion, taking off.
A plane is taking off from the First Flight Airstrip

Kurt Moses/NPS

Quick Facts
Location:
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Significance:
Airstrip

Scenic View/Photo Spot

First Flight Airstrip-dedicated in 1963 and owned by the National Park Service-is an unattended, general aviation airstrip with one 3,000-foot asphalt runway.

Pilot Information

  • Operating Hours: The unattended airstrip is open 30 minutes before sunrise and closes minutes after sunset.
  • Pilot Booth: Access by using "Squawk VFR."
  • Parking: Aircraft may freely park in the tie-down area for 24 consecutive hours or 48 total hours over any 30-day period.
  • Fuel: There is no fuel. The closest airport with fuel is Dare County Regional Airport (MQI).

 

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Last updated: May 4, 2021