Mapes Ranch Airport

Modesto, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

5CL3

IATA

Elevation

34 ft

Region

US-CA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: 5CL3

Local Code: 5CL3

Location: 37.667999° N, -121.198997° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Mapes Ranch Airport (5CL3) in Modesto, US, is a private-use airport, meaning public traveler reviews in the traditional sense are not available. Traveler experiences, primarily from pilots or private aviation users, suggest a highly basic and exclusive airfield. Sentiment is generally tied to its utility as a private landing strip rather than for its amenities.

What Travelers Love

Privacy and Exclusivity: As a private airport, Mapes Ranch offers a secluded and exclusive environment for authorized users.
Accessibility for Private Aviation: It serves as a designated landing option for private aircraft in the Modesto area, alongside other larger airports.

Common Complaints

Limited Facilities: The airport features a dirt runway and, consistent with private dirt strips, lacks traditional terminal buildings, extensive amenities, or full-service Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) services.
Permission Required: Access to the airport is restricted, and prior permission is required before landing.
Absence of Commercial Services: There are no commercial flights, security checkpoints, customs/immigration facilities, or public transportation connections typically found at commercial airports.

Mapes Ranch Airport (5CL3) is best suited for private pilots and aircraft owners seeking a basic, private landing strip in the Modesto region, emphasizing privacy and direct access over amenities and public services.

Last updated: 58 days ago

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Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`11/29`	1800 ft	125 ft	DIRT	Active

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