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Big Pine Sands STOLGround (XFT)
Big Pine Sands STOLGround is a small general aviation airfield in Big Pine Key, serving private and STOL flights in the Lower Florida Keys. Travelers can continue by road along US-1 to Key West, Marathon, and other island communities.
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About Big Pine Sands STOLGround
Big Pine Sands STOLGround is a small general aviation airfield recorded at Big Pine Key, an island in the Lower Florida Keys. It carries the IATA code XFT and is listed as a short take-off and landing ground rather than a commercial airline terminal.
The airfield serves private, recreational and STOL aviation, providing local access to the central Keys without scheduled passenger services. Because it is a compact general aviation site, it has limited infrastructure and no large passenger terminal complex.
Big Pine Key sits along the Overseas Highway (US-1), about 30 miles (48 km) northeast of Key West and roughly 15 miles from Marathon. The island is also known for the National Key Deer Refuge, and its location makes the airfield a convenient local gateway for visitors continuing along the Keys.
Ground travel from the area is easiest by pre-arranged transfer, rental car, taxi or rideshare along US-1, connecting to Key West, Marathon and other Lower Keys communities.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Big Pine Sands STOLGround is a small general aviation airfield without a commercial passenger terminal complex. Private and STOL aircraft are handled from a single ramp and parking area, with no separate domestic or international terminals.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Big Pine Sands STOLGround
Transfers
Book a private transfer from Big Pine Sands STOLGround to hotels, resorts and private addresses across Big Pine Key, Marathon, Key West and the Lower Keys.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airfield, business appointments, events or scenic journeys along the Florida Keys.
Car Rental
Pick up a rental car for independent travel from Big Pine Key along US-1 to Key West, Marathon and other destinations in the Florida Keys.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize a minibus or charter coach for groups arriving at Big Pine Sands STOLGround and travelling to accommodations, marinas, events or other locations in the Keys.
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