San Gabriel Valley Airport (EMT)

El Monte, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

KEMT

IATA

EMT

Elevation

296 ft

Region

US-CA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KEMT

Local Code: EMT

Location: 34.086102° N, -118.035004° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

San Gabriel Valley Airport (KEMT) in El Monte, US, is generally regarded as a pleasant and convenient general aviation airport, often praised for its friendly atmosphere and useful amenities. Travelers, particularly general aviation pilots, express high satisfaction with the airport's services and facilities.

What Travelers Love

Friendly Staff and On-site Dining: The airport features Anna's Kitchen / The Waypoint Cafe, which receives high marks for its delicious food and friendly staff.
Excellent Facilities for Pilots: The terminal includes a "really nice" pilot's lounge and a flight planning room, catering well to the general aviation community.
Convenient Parking: Transient parking is readily available in front of the terminal, clearly marked, and includes chain tie-downs. Public parking is accessible 24 hours a day.
Accessibility and Location: KEMT is considered "one of the nicest low-key airports in SoCal" and offers easy access to popular Southern California attractions like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Disneyland, and Universal Studios.
Streamlined Processes: Check-in and security procedures are highly rated, contributing to overall traveler satisfaction.

Common Complaints

Overnight Parking Permit Requirement: While ample public parking exists, overnight parking requires a permit and involves a fee of around $5 per night, necessitating a check-in at the Airport Administration Office.
No Customs Services: As a general aviation airport, KEMT does not offer customs or immigration services, which means international travelers would need to clear customs elsewhere.
Security Wait Times (Potential for general aviation, but not consistently reported as an issue): While generally smooth for general aviation, a generic TSA security checkpoint wait time of 28 minutes was noted, though specific complaints for KEMT's typical operations are not widely reported.

Overall, San Gabriel Valley Airport is a highly functional and welcoming general aviation hub, particularly appreciated for its pilot-friendly amenities, good food, and strategic location, making it a strong choice for private and local flights despite minor inconveniences regarding overnight parking and the absence of customs.

Last updated: 54 days ago

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`01/19`	3995 ft	75 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
A/D	SOCAL APP/DEP	`125.5 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`118.75 MHz`
CTAF	CTAF	`121.2 MHz`
GND	GND	`125.9 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`121.2 MHz`
UNIC	UNICOM	`122.95 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

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