New Garden Airport

Toughkenamon, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

KN57

IATA

Elevation

436 ft

Region

US-PA

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Airport Information

GPS Code: KN57

Local Code: N57

Location: 39.830502° N, -75.769699° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler sentiment at New Garden Airport (KN57) in Toughkenamon, US, appears largely positive, particularly among pilots and the local aviation community. It's often described as a friendly and community-focused airport that has made significant improvements over the years. The airport actively strives to grow its services and fosters a welcoming environment for aviators.

What Travelers Love

Community and Events: New Garden Flying Field is highly regarded for its active aviation community, hosting events like air shows, pancake breakfasts, and a "Future Aviators Summer Camp". It's home to an EAA chapter and the Brandywine Soaring Association.
Flight Training and Services: The New Garden Flight Connection flight school is a major draw, offering a range of pilot certifications and ratings including Private, Commercial, Instrument, and Tailwheel training, utilizing a fleet of Cessnas and Pipers, and a Redbird FMX Simulator.
Facilities and Amenities: The airport provides a lounge, restrooms, pilot supplies, refreshments & snack vending, a weather briefing/flight planning kiosk, and Wi-Fi.
Fuel and Maintenance: Self-service 100LL fuel is available 24/7, with full-service options during office hours. There are also on-site maintenance and restoration shops.
Improved Infrastructure: Pilots have noted the significant improvements over the years, including a new runway. The runway is asphalt, measuring 3,693 x 60 ft.
Convenient Location: The airport is conveniently located for those wishing to visit nearby attractions such as Longwood Gardens and Kennett Square.

Common Complaints

Wildlife Presence: There have been observations of deer and other wildlife on and in the vicinity of the airport, posing a potential hazard.
Ramp and Overnight Fees: A ramp fee is applicable. There is also an overnight parking fee, though the first night is waived with a fuel purchase.
Older Flight School Fleet (Historical): An older review (2018) indicated the flight school's aircraft fleet appeared "a bit older". However, current listings show a diverse fleet of common training aircraft.
Noise Abatement: A noise abatement procedure is in place for Runway 06, requiring a climb to 1200 ft MSL before turning crosswind.
Security/Customs: As a general aviation airport, customs services are not available, and traditional commercial airport security wait times are not applicable.

Overall, New Garden Airport (KN57) is highly regarded within the general aviation community as a well-equipped, community-oriented field with strong flight training and maintenance services, despite minor concerns regarding wildlife and some associated fees.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`06/24`	3695 ft	50 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
A/D	PHILADELPHIA APP/DEP	`124.35 MHz`
CLD	CLNC DEL	`125.6 MHz`
RDO	WILLIAMSPORT RDO	`113.2 MHz`
UNIC	CTAF/UNICOM	`123.05 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

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