Civil Airfield Corte (LFKT)

LFKT is a small, quiet airfield in central Corsica, situated in a mountain valley at about 1,100 ft elevation and surrounded by high terrain. The paved runway is approximately 940–950 m long and generally in usable condition, though it may appear rough and can have tufts of grass; a displaced threshold is marked on runway 13. The airfield is typically unmanned with no tower or ground staff present; operations use the A/A frequency 123.5 (French recommended), and pilots should make blind calls. There is no fuel available. Parking space is ample and free, with no regular landing or parking fees; however, on occasion someone may collect a landing fee. Example: landing fee about €25.

Approaches are visual, with challenging terrain and sometimes poor radio coverage between the mountains; Ajaccio and Bastia frequencies are usually reachable near the field. For runway 31, a right-hand circuit is used, keeping tight due to rising ground northeast of the field. Density altitude can be significant in summer heat. Occasional turbulence and rapidly changing weather are possible due to the mountainous location. Schafe (sheep) may be present on the runway; a low pass may be needed to clear them.

Facilities are minimal: there is usually no staff or club presence, no maintenance or fuel services, and little infrastructure beyond the runway itself. Camping Santa Barbara with pool and bar/restaurant sits next to the airfield (about 50 m), offering simple accommodation including mobile homes/caravans; availability may vary seasonally. The camping site has assisted with taxis and flight plan closures for pilots.

Corte town lies about 2 km north of the airfield; walking takes 45–60 minutes, but summer heat can make this challenging. Taxis are sometimes difficult to find or slow to arrive; fares range from €15–€20 each way. Corte features an old town with restaurants and serves as a base for hiking in the surrounding mountains.

No customs or immigration facilities are available at LFKT. The airfield provides a scenic but basic GA experience suitable for VFR flights by self-sufficient pilots comfortable with remote operations in mountainous terrain. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.