H.E Alfredo Martinez (Tower Hill) Airstrip (ORZ)

H.E. Alfredo Martinez Chan Pine Ridge Airstrip (ORZ), formerly known as Tower Hill Airstrip, is a domestic aviation facility serving Orange Walk Town in northern Belize. The airport features a small, basic passenger terminal building designed to facilitate regional 'puddle jumper' flights. It serves as a vital transportation link, connecting the Orange Walk District to Belize City and the offshore cays via domestic carriers like Tropic Air and Maya Island Air. The terminal infrastructure is minimal and focused on essential transit services, providing basic seating and check-in areas for regional travelers. While the facility lacks modern commercial amenities like retail shops, restaurants, or lounges, it offers a sheltered space for passengers waiting for scheduled or charter flights. Ground handling is informal, and all operations are conducted under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) during daylight hours only. The airfield features a 2,300-foot asphalt runway (Refurbished in 2014) located approximately 2 miles (3 km) southwest of Orange Walk Town. Due to the proximity of obstacles like electric cables and nearby antennas, pilots are advised to exercise caution during approach and departure. Ground transportation to the town center is readily available via local taxis, providing a quick 5 to 10-minute transfer for arriving passengers.