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Plum Island Airport

Newburyport, United States
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Small general aviation airport on Massachusetts' scenic Plum Island.

Location
Newburyport, United States
Plum Island Airport (FAA identifier 2B2) is a small general aviation facility located in Newburyport, Massachusetts, situated on Plum Island near the mouth of the Merrimack River. It serves private pilots, flight training, and recreational aviation in the northeastern Massachusetts region. The airport features a single runway and basic facilities suited to light aircraft operations. It is privately owned but open to public use, and is popular among local pilots and visitors exploring the New England coast. Given its coastal island setting, the airport offers scenic approaches over the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding marshlands, making it a notable destination for recreational flyers in the region.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options are limited, with personal vehicles or taxi services typically required to reach Newburyport proper from the island airport.
Notable facts
  • ›FAA identifier is 2B2; the airport has no IATA or ICAO code.
  • ›Located on Plum Island, a barrier island along the Massachusetts North Shore.
  • ›The airport has a single turf or paved runway suited to light general aviation aircraft.
  • ›Situated adjacent to the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, offering notable natural scenery.
  • ›Primarily serves private, recreational, and flight training operations with no commercial airline service.
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City & Place Guide

Charming New England port city with history, beaches, and waterfront dining.

Newburyport is a beautifully preserved Federal-era city on the northern Massachusetts coast, sitting at the mouth of the Merrimack River. Its redbrick downtown, lined with independent boutiques, galleries, and restaurants, makes it one of New England's most walkable small cities.

The city played a significant role in American maritime history and is home to the U.S. Coast Guard Heritage Museum. Plum Island, just minutes away, offers some of the finest barrier beach and wildlife refuge scenery in the region.

  • •Market Square — historic downtown hub lined with shops, cafes, and Federal architecture.
  • •Plum Island & Parker River National Wildlife Refuge — pristine beach and birding haven.
  • •Newburyport Waterfront Park — scenic boardwalk along the Merrimack River.
  • •U.S. Coast Guard Heritage Museum — artifacts tracing American maritime and Coast Guard history.
  • •Custom House Maritime Museum — explores the city's shipbuilding and seafaring heritage.
  • •Chain Bridge & Artichoke Reservoir — scenic spots for walking and nature photography.

Getting around: Newburyport is served by the MBTA Commuter Rail's Newburyport/Rockport Line, connecting it to Boston's North Station in about an hour. The compact downtown is highly walkable, and the Clipper City Rail Trail is great for cyclists. Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft operate locally, and taxis are available, though options thin out in the evening.

Best time: Late spring through early fall (May–October) offers the best weather for beaches, outdoor dining, and the lively farmers market.

Local food: Try fresh New England clam chowder, lobster rolls, and locally caught seafood at the many waterfront restaurants along the Merrimack.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

Plum Island Airport
Encyclopaedia

Plum Island Airport, in Newbury, Massachusetts, is a privately owned, public-use airport owned by Historic New England and operated by Plum Island Aerodrome, Inc., a non-profit corporation. It has two runways, averages 54 flights per week, and has approximately 8 based aircraft.

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