SpauldingSmails
Aboard the sloop.
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I used to fly between mainland FL and Freeport quite a bit. It's very easily done VFR, of course VFR at night is prohibited in the Bahamas. There's a guide you can purchase from some FBOs down there, for the life of me I can't remember the name, but it was very complete and info pages for each airport in the Bahamas.
Again, bone up on customs procedures (ADCUS...etc), and carry CASH (USD) for covering Bahamian customs fees. Remember, nowadays you'll need a passport for arrival via air in the Bahamas. Bahamian ATC procedures are a little different too, and you may hear some phrases not used in the US. A little research will prove helpful... i.e. CAVOK, "Line up and wait".
Inquire at your local FBOs for overwater equipment rentals. As for the crossing, I'd recommend paralleling the coast until you're abeam and then head straight out. For your return I think Fort Pierce, FL and W. Palm Beach are your best bets.
Do your homework and have fun, Bahamas are a neat place to fly.
Again, bone up on customs procedures (ADCUS...etc), and carry CASH (USD) for covering Bahamian customs fees. Remember, nowadays you'll need a passport for arrival via air in the Bahamas. Bahamian ATC procedures are a little different too, and you may hear some phrases not used in the US. A little research will prove helpful... i.e. CAVOK, "Line up and wait".
Inquire at your local FBOs for overwater equipment rentals. As for the crossing, I'd recommend paralleling the coast until you're abeam and then head straight out. For your return I think Fort Pierce, FL and W. Palm Beach are your best bets.
Do your homework and have fun, Bahamas are a neat place to fly.
