A24

VFR

CALIFORNIA PINES

ALTURAS · CALIFORNIA

Elev
4,389'
Longest RWY
4,159'05/23
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR21:55Z
© Esri
Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into A24
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
5,189'
MSL · field 4,389' + 800 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 05
H/W +1 · X/W 3 kt L

METAR & TAF A24

A24 does not publish a METAR.

Showing the nearest reporting station: KAAT (ALTURAS MUNI) · 6.8 NM away. Conditions at A24 may differ.

METAR · KAAT

Observed 21:55Z

KAAT 272155Z AUTO VRB03KT 10SM FEW110 12/M04 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP145 T01221039
Wind
VAR @ 3 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
12°C / -4°C
Altimeter
29.98 inHg
Clouds
FEW
Density alt
5,008 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

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
8 NM SW
VFR sectional
KLAMATH FALLS
Pattern altitude
800 ft AGL · 5,189 ft MSL
ARTCC
ZSE · SEATTLE
NOTAM facility
RNO (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
RYAN SHERER
Address
HCR 4, BOX 43002, ALTURAS CA 96101

Flight service · Hours

FSS RNO
RENO1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • Unattended

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
000° · 3 kt
RWY 05
053°M
Head/Tail
+1 kt
Crosswind
3 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 05

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 05 · 053° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 5,189 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
05/23Favored53° / 233°4,159 ftASPH23 R

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
A24 · 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

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Wind indicator
Yes
Segmented circle
Yes

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

  • Deer in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Vehicles operating in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery contact Seattle ARTCC at 253-351-3694.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Visual flight rules only.Show FAA
  • MANAGERCal Pines Service District.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · A24

Answer card
ICAO
A24
Name
CALIFORNIA PINES
Location
ALTURAS, CALIFORNIA
Elevation
4,389 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
5,189 ft MSL (800 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
05/23 · 4,159 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
17°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
000° at 3 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 05

California Pines Airport (A24) is in Alturas, California. The field elevation is 4,389 ft MSL. It has one runway, 05/23, which is 4,159 ft long. There is no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 123.0.

Pattern altitude is 800 ft AGL, which puts the pattern at 5,189 ft MSL. No ILS approaches are published. This is a VFR-only field, so plan accordingly and check the current FAA Chart Supplement before you go if you need any additional approach or operating details.

The published remarks call out deer in the vicinity of the airport. Vehicles also operate near the airport, so keep a sharp scan on taxi and runway movements. For clearance delivery, contact Seattle ARTCC at 253-351-3694. The airport is managed by Cal Pines Service District. There are no on-field FBOs listed in the facts, so verify services with the airport operator directly or call the field on CTAF/UNICOM before arrival. At 4,389 ft MSL, density altitude can matter, especially on warm days. Expect performance to be a factor on departure and landing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at A24 California Pines Airport?
Pattern altitude is 800 ft AGL. That puts the pattern at 5,189 ft MSL.
Does California Pines Airport have any ILS approaches?
No ILS approaches are published for A24. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach information before flying in.
Is A24 towered or uncontrolled?
A24 has no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 123.0.
What is the longest runway at California Pines Airport?
The only runway is 05/23. It is 4,159 ft long and asphalt.
Is California Pines Airport VFR only?
Yes. The published remarks say VFR only. Plan the flight with that in mind and verify current conditions before departure.
Are there any wildlife or vehicle hazards at A24?
Yes. The published remarks note deer in the vicinity of the airport. They also note vehicles operating near the airport, so keep a close watch on the runway environment.
Who manages California Pines Airport?
The published remarks list Cal Pines Service District as the manager. For airport-specific questions, contact the airport operator directly.
How do I get clearance delivery for A24?
The published remarks say to contact Seattle ARTCC at 253-351-3694 for clearance delivery. Use the current FAA Chart Supplement for any updates before you file.

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