Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport

Buttonwillow, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

KL62

IATA

Elevation

326 ft

Region

US-CA

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: KL62

Local Code: L62

Location: 35.352699° N, -119.478996° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport (KL62), a public airport in Buttonwillow, US, primarily serves general aviation, including private pilots and flight training, rather than commercial travelers. Consequently, traditional traveler reviews, terminal experiences, security wait times, and customs/immigration are not applicable. Reviews and information largely reflect pilot experiences and airport operational details. Overall sentiment suggests it's a functional, albeit basic, facility for general aviation, with significant concerns regarding runway conditions and limited services.

What Travelers (Pilots) Love:

General Aviation Focus: The airport is well-suited for private pilots, flight training, and other general aviation activities.
Pilot Amenities (Limited): It offers pilot lounges and rest areas, along with flight planning resources and weather briefing facilities.
Aircraft Parking: Aircraft parking (ramp or tie-down) is available for convenience.
Regional Access: The airport provides convenient access to local industrial, agricultural, and recreational activities like the Buttonwillow Raceway Park and Tule Elk State Natural Reserve.

Common Complaints

Runway Condition: The asphalt runway (11/29) is described as being in poor condition with "Alligator Cracking". Runway markings are also noted as faded.
No Fuel Available: Several recent sources explicitly state that no fuel (Jet or 100LL) is available at the airport.
Limited Services: The airport is generally unattended and lacks extensive services, with no airframe or powerplant repair services.
Night Operations Prohibited: The airport is closed to night operations.
No Commercial Amenities: There are no commercial services, traditional terminals, or customs/immigration facilities, which is typical for a general aviation airport.

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport (KL62) serves its purpose as a general aviation facility for pilots, offering basic amenities like pilot lounges and parking. However, prospective users, particularly pilots, should be aware of the poor runway conditions and the lack of fuel and repair services, as well as the closure to night operations.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`11/29`	3260 ft	50 ft	ASP	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
CTAF	CTAF	`122.9 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

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