Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider Field (PBF)

Pine Bluff Regional Airport (PBF), also known as Grider Field, is a primary general aviation hub located in Jefferson County, Arkansas, approximately 4 miles southeast of the city center. The airport features a substantial passenger terminal building with a dedicated north wing optimized for pilot and traveler services. It acts as a critical aviation gateway for southeast Arkansas, being the only ILS-equipped, jet-capable airport in the immediate region. The terminal infrastructure provides a range of amenities, including a spacious pilot lounge, a private 'quiet room' with recliners, and on-site shower facilities. For business needs, the facility offers a secluded conference room with audio/visual capabilities for up to 24 people. While regular scheduled commercial service is currently limited, the airport houses an on-field restaurant open for lunch on weekdays and provides a 24-hour vending room for snacks and refreshments. Technical services at the field are comprehensive, featuring 24-hour self-service fueling for both 100LL and Jet A, alongside major aircraft maintenance and avionics support. Ground transportation is well-supported by free 24-hour courtesy 'crew cars' for local errands and pre-arranged rental services through agencies like Enterprise. The airport grounds also house an aviation museum that preserves the site's rich history as a World War II-era Army flight training school.