What are the operating hours of PLCH?

Cassidy Intl operates from 16:30 to 04:30.

What is the tower frequency at PLCH?

The tower frequency at Cassidy Intl is No tower — AFIS/INFO on 118.100 MHz (also 346.000 MHz military) MHz.

What fuel is available at PLCH?

Cassidy Intl offers JET A-1, AVGAS.

Does PLCH require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Cassidy Intl.

Where is PLCH located?

Cassidy Intl (PLCH) is located in Christmas I, Kiribati.

What is the IATA code for PLCH?

The IATA code for Cassidy Intl is CXI.

Is PLCH a port of entry?

Yes, Cassidy Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Cassidy Intl (PLCH/CXI) — Christmas I, Kiribati

Cassidy Intl (PLCH/CXI) serves Christmas I, Kiribati. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 5 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 2/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 9/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-04

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: PLCH
Name: Cassidy Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 1.986278
Longitude: -157.350006
Elevation: 5 ft
Country: Kiribati
Municipality: Christmas I
IATA Code: CXI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: KZAK
Timezone: Pacific/Kiritimati
Distance from City: 15.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: N/A
Surface: N/A
PCN: 45/F/B/X/T
Lighting: LIRL, REIL both ends, PAPI Rwy 08 (TCH 57 ft)
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: Traffic pattern altitude 1005 ft MSL. Ramp reported rough. No tower — AFIS/INFO on 118.100 MHz (also 346.000 MHz military). HF AFIS: 3425, 6553, 8846, 8867 kHz. Half turns in turning nodes required for acft over 12,566 lb (5,700 kg).

Frequencies

Tower: No tower — AFIS/INFO on 118.100 MHz (also 346.000 MHz military) MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 118.100 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 16:30 – 04:30

Tuesday 16:30 – 04:30

Wednesday 16:30 – 04:30

Thursday 16:30 – 04:30

Friday 16:30 – 04:30

Saturday 16:30 – 04:30

Sunday 16:30 – 04:30

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: HJ (sunrise to sunset). Approx 0630-1830 local (Pacific/Kiritimati, UTC+14). Near-equatorial — hours stable year-round.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +686 81125
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://caa.gov.ki/
Remarks: Airport Authority HQ Tarawa: +686 26003. Ground handling by Air Kiribati. AIS via Nadi FIC (NZZO). Ministry: https://mcttd.gov.ki/

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: +686 81125
Remarks: 7 days prior notification required for all flights (PPR). Contact airport administration.

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Customs available on arrival of international flights. Allow 20-30 min for processing.

Fees

Landing Fee: 6.00 AUD per 1000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: 3.00 AUD per 1000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: AUD
Remarks: Ground handling by Air Kiribati (mandatory).

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Supplied by KOIL (Kiribati Oil Company). Aviation depot 100,000L capacity. Limited availability — fuel must be pre-arranged. Contact KOIL head office 2 weeks in advance.

Fuel Type: AVGAS
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Supplied by KOIL. Very limited quantity (reported 600 gal limit). Must be pre-arranged with KOIL.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Port of entry. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months. Customs and immigration processed on arrival of scheduled flights.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Remote Pacific atoll. LIRL only — night operations limited to emergencies. Near-equatorial, stable daylight ~0630-1830 local year-round.

Airport Services

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Active NOTAMs

A1100/26 caution

NDB out of service

NDB IDENT 'XI' FREQ 334KHZ U/S.

2026-09-09 23:00:00 2026-10-09 06:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of PLCH?: Cassidy Intl operates from 16:30 to 04:30.
What is the tower frequency at PLCH?: The tower frequency at Cassidy Intl is No tower — AFIS/INFO on 118.100 MHz (also 346.000 MHz military) MHz.
What fuel is available at PLCH?: Cassidy Intl offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does PLCH require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Cassidy Intl.
Where is PLCH located?: Cassidy Intl (PLCH) is located in Christmas I, Kiribati.
What is the IATA code for PLCH?: The IATA code for Cassidy Intl is CXI.
Is PLCH a port of entry?: Yes, Cassidy Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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