51G

MVFR

ALKAY

CLIO · MICHIGAN

Elev
714'
Longest RWY
1,933'03/21
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR12:53Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into 51G
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,714'
MSL · field 714' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 21
H/W +9 · X/W 5 kt R

METAR & TAF 51G

51G does not publish a METAR.

Showing the nearest reporting station: KFNT (BISHOP INTL) · 10.9 NM away. Conditions at 51G may differ.

METAR · KFNT

Observed 12:53Z

KFNT 281253Z 24010KT 10SM SCT015 BKN021 OVC036 16/14 A2972 RMK AO2 SLP061 T01560139 $
Wind
240° @ 10 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
16°C / 14°C
Altimeter
29.72 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
1,253 ft
Ceiling
2,100 ft AGL
Rules
MVFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
3 NM SW
VFR sectional
DETROIT
ARTCC
ZOB · CLEVELAND
NOTAM facility
LAN (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
DOUGLAS SMITH
Address
5480 W DODGE RD, CLIO MI 48420-8558

Flight service · Hours

FSS LAN
LANSING1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • IREG

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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240° · 10 kt
RWY 21
206°M
Head/Tail
+9 kt
Crosswind
5 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 21

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 21 · 206° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,714 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
03/21Favored26° / 206°1,933 ftTURFStandard L
14/32134° / 314°1,895 ftTURFStandard L
18/36173° / 353°1,800 ftTURFStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
0361', tree, 600' from thr, 0' R of cntrln, slope 9
2115', bldg, 10' from thr, 120' R of cntrln, slope 0
1485', tree, 711' from thr, 10' R of cntrln, slope 8
3243', trees, 0' from thr, 53' R of cntrln, slope 0
1845', trees, 288' from thr, 100' R of cntrln, slope 6
3666', trees, 0' from thr, 100' R of cntrln, slope 0

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

Chart Supplement
51G · CHART_SUPP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
Not available
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Not available
Power plant repair
Not available

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Landing fee
No fee published
Customs
Not available
Wind indicator
Yes
Segmented circle
No

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • For clearance delivery contact Great Lakes Approach at 269-459-3345. When approach is closed contact Cleveland ARTCC at 440-774-0224 or 440-774-0490.Show FAA
  • Check NOTAMs for field conditions during winter months as there is no snow removal.Show FAA
  • Runways 03/21 and 14/32 are for local use only and are not state licensed.Show FAA
  • Deer and large birds are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 03/21Runway 03/21 is irregular and defined by mowing.Show FAA
  • 14/32Runway 14/32 is irregular and defined by mowing.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 18Runway 18 end is marked with 3 foot yellow cones.Show FAA
  • 36Runway 36 end is marked with 3 foot yellow cones.Show FAA
  • 36Cataloged obstruction at runway 36 end exceeds a 45 degree slope.Show FAA
  • 03Cataloged obstruction at runway 03 end exceeds a 45 degree slope.Show FAA
  • 14Cataloged obstruction at runway 14 end exceeds a 45 degree slope.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Established before 1959.Show FAA
  • 03/21Runway 03/21 surface is rough.Show FAA
  • 14/32Runway 14/32 surface is rough; aer 32 is wet in spring after rain.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · 51G

Answer card
ICAO
51G
Name
ALKAY
Location
CLIO, MICHIGAN
Elevation
714 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,714 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
3
Longest runway
03/21 · 1,933 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
1
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
240° at 10 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 21

ALKAY (51G) is in Clio, Michigan. The field elevation is 714 ft MSL. It has three turf runways. The longest is runway 03/21 at 1,933 ft. There is no control tower, so use CTAF 122.9 and keep your scan tight in the pattern.

No ILS approaches are published here. The pattern altitude is not published, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. Runways 03/21 and 14/32 are for local use only. They are not state licensed. Runway 03/21 is irregular and defined by mowing. It is also reported as rough. Runway 18 end and runway 36 end are marked with 3 foot yellow cones.

There are no on-field FBOs listed. Check with the airport operator or the FBO directly by phone before arrival if you need current services. Published remarks also note deer and large birds in the area. Winter operations need extra care because there is no snow removal. If you need clearance delivery, contact Great Lakes Approach. If approach is closed, contact Cleveland ARTCC.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at 51G ALKAY?
The pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Does 51G have any ILS approaches?
No ILS approaches are published for ALKAY. Plan on VFR or other non-ILS options after checking the current Chart Supplement.
Is ALKAY towered or uncontrolled?
There is no control tower at 51G. Use CTAF 122.9 and standard non-towered traffic procedures.
Which runway is the longest at 51G?
Runway 03/21 is the longest runway at 1,933 ft. The other turf runways are 14/32 at 1,895 ft and 18/36 at 1,800 ft.
Are all runways at ALKAY licensed for regular use?
No. Runways 03/21 and 14/32 are for local use only. They are not state licensed.
What runway surface should I expect at 51G?
All three runways are turf. Runway 03/21 is described as irregular and rough, so inspect conditions carefully before committing.
Are there any obstacles or wildlife concerns at ALKAY?
Yes. Published remarks note deer and large birds in the area. There is also a cataloged obstruction at the runway 03 end and at the runway 36 end that exceeds a 45 degree slope.
Who do I call for clearance delivery near 51G?
For clearance delivery, contact Great Lakes Approach at 269-459-3345. If approach is closed, contact Cleveland ARTCC at 440-774-0224 or 440-774-0490.

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