1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
42KY
Elevation
380 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
36.778, -88.222
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
380 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MEMPHIS
Coordinates
36.7784, -88.2216
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KCEY 211615Z AUTO 08005KT 4SM BR OVC005 18/18 A3009 RMK AO2
Flight Category
IFR
Wind
80° at 5 kt
Visibility
4 SM
Temperature
18°C
Dewpoint
18°C
Altimeter
1019.00 inHg
Weather
BR
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KCEY (11 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 16:15Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 2,544 ft | 32 ft | ASPH | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | PIRATES COVE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 42KY.
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42KY Operational Overview
Location & Facility
PIRATES COVE (42KY) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in BENTON, Kentucky, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 380 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 36.7784°N, 88.2216°W.
Runways
PIRATES COVE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 2,544 feet by 32 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
PIRATES COVE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at PIRATES COVE is IFR (Instrument Flight Rules — instrument approach required). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 42KY?
42KY is the ICAO identifier for PIRATES COVE, a public-use airport located in BENTON, Kentucky, United States.
How many runways does PIRATES COVE have?
PIRATES COVE (42KY) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 42KY?
The field elevation of PIRATES COVE is 380 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 42KY?
No fuel types are currently listed for PIRATES COVE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 42KY?
The current flight category at PIRATES COVE is IFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 42KY?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for PIRATES COVE.
How do I access complete data for 42KY?
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Where is PIRATES COVE located?
PIRATES COVE (42KY) is located in BENTON, Kentucky, United States, at an elevation of 380 ft MSL.