Fresno Chandler Executive Airport (FCH)

Fresno, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

KFCH

IATA

FCH

Elevation

279 ft

Region

US-CA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KFCH

Local Code: FCH

Location: 36.732399° N, -119.82° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Travelers generally have a positive view of Fresno Chandler Executive Airport (KFCH), often highlighting its suitability for general aviation and its convenient location. While not a commercial airport, it is appreciated for its operational efficiency and on-site amenities for private and charter flights.

What Travelers Love

General Aviation Focus: Praised as a good airport for those visiting Fresno who prefer not to use the larger Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), primarily serving private and charter flights.
Well-Maintained Runways and Taxiways: Pilots appreciate the nice runway and taxiways at KFCH.
On-Field Amenities: The airport offers great on-field food, including the Flight Line Cafe, and has self-serve fuel available.
Aviation Services: Travelers note the presence of great aviation technicians and friendly flight instructors on site.
Historic Terminal Facilities: The comfortable lounge area provides Wi-Fi and a television, and the historic 1936 WPA-funded terminal building is still in active use and well-maintained.
Easy Access: The airport offers easy access to Fresno.

Common Complaints

Fuel Pricing: An older complaint (2020) mentioned KFCH having the "most expensive fuel for 100 miles," though another review from the same period suggested other nearby airports were more costly.
Noise Abatement Concerns: Specific flight procedures are in place for Runway 12 due to noise-sensitive residential areas to the southeast, restricting practice landings and low approaches.
Wildlife in Vicinity: Pilots are advised of numerous birds in the vicinity of the airport.
No Commercial Services: As a general aviation airport, KFCH does not have commercial airline service, security wait times, or customs/immigration facilities, as these are not applicable to its operational scope.

Fresno Chandler Executive Airport continues to be a well-regarded choice for general aviation in the Fresno area, offering essential services and a welcoming environment, particularly for private and charter air travelers.

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Airport Routes

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`12/30`	3630 ft	75 ft	ASPH-G	Active
`12L/30R`	3006 ft	75 ft	ASP	Closed
`12R/30L`	3202 ft	75 ft	ASP	Closed Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	APP	`119.0 MHz`
AWOS	AWOS 3	`135.225 MHz`
DEP	DEP	`119.0 MHz`
UNIC	CTAF/UNICOM	`123.0 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

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