Dixie US Forest Service Airport

Dixie, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

A05

IATA

Elevation

5148 ft

Region

US-ID

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KA05

Local Code: A05

Location: 45.518934° N, -115.515416° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: ID05

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler reviews and experiences at Dixie US Forest Service Airport (A05) reflect its nature as a remote, backcountry airstrip primarily serving general aviation pilots and those seeking wilderness access. Overall traveler sentiment is positive among those prepared for its rustic conditions, valuing the unique flying experience and access to the outdoors. However, it lacks conventional airport facilities and presents specific operational challenges due to its remote location and minimal services.

What Travelers Love

Access to Backcountry Wilderness: The airport provides a gateway to remote areas for camping and hiking, making it popular with adventure-seeking pilots.
Scenic Flying Experience: Pilots appreciate the opportunity for backcountry flying amidst high timber mountain basins.
Proximity to Dixie Town: The nearby Dixie Town, about 3-4 miles away, offers a lodge with "great breakfast" and a welcoming atmosphere, according to some pilots.
Public Use: The airstrip is open to the public for use.

Common Complaints

Lack of Facilities and Amenities: As an unattended US Forest Service airport, A05 has no terminal facilities, fuel, transient storage, airframe or engine repair, or oxygen. There is also no telephone available at the airport.
Turf Runway Conditions: The single turf runway (18/36) is in fair condition, but pilots note ongoing rodent damage affecting the first 1000 feet of Runway 36.
No Winter Maintenance: The airstrip receives no winter maintenance, limiting its usability during colder months.
Operational Challenges: Pilots must contend with rising terrain, density altitude, and unpredictable canyon/mountain weather, requiring top-notch piloting skills.
Limited Camping at Airstrip: While wilderness access is a draw, there is no camping available directly at the airstrip; the nearest Halfway House Campground is about half a mile away.

Dixie US Forest Service Airport (A05) is ideal for experienced general aviation pilots seeking a challenging and rewarding backcountry flying experience to access remote natural areas for recreation. However, travelers should arrive entirely self-sufficient and prepared for primitive conditions, as no services or modern amenities are available on site.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`18/36`	4500 ft	100 ft	TURF-F	Active

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