Leonard M. Thompson International Airport (MYAM)
Medium airport · Marsh Harbour, Central Abaco, Bahamas
Airport data
| Name | Leonard M. Thompson International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | MYAM |
| IATA | MHH |
| Elevation | 6 ft (2 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 26°30'39" W 77°5'3" 26.51071, -77.08426 |
| Location | Marsh Harbour, Central Abaco, Bahamas |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6,100 ft (1859 m) | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Leonard M. Thompson International Airport at a glance
Leonard M. Thompson International Airport is a medium airport in Marsh Harbour, Central Abaco, Bahamas, known to airline systems as MHH. The field elevation of 6 ft (2 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at MYAM are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 6,100 ft (1859 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for MYAM shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Leonard M. Thompson International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Treasure Cay Airport | MYAT | 40 km (22 NM) |
| Great Harbour Cay Airport | MYBG | 114 km (62 NM) |
| North Eleuthera Airport | MYEH | 122 km (66 NM) |
| Chub Cay Airport | MYBC | 145 km (78 NM) |
| Governor's Harbour Airport | MYEM | 156 km (84 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Leonard M. Thompson International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 6 ft field elevation of Leonard M. Thompson International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 28 airports and airfields we list for Bahamas — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Leonard M. Thompson International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Leonard M. Thompson International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Leonard M. Thompson International Airport is MYAM, and its IATA code is MHH. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Leonard M. Thompson International Airport above sea level?
Leonard M. Thompson International Airport sits at an elevation of 6 feet (2 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Leonard M. Thompson International Airport located?
The airport lies at 26.5107, -77.0843 — in Marsh Harbour, Central Abaco, Bahamas, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Treasure Cay Airport, about 40 km away.
Does MYAM publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for MYAM appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Leonard M. Thompson International Airport?
Leonard M. Thompson International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 6,100 ft (1859 m) with a ASP surface.