A32

VFR

BUTTE VALLEY

DORRIS · CALIFORNIA

Elev
4,243.1'
Longest RWY
4,300'16/34
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR23:53Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into A32
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
5,043.1'
MSL · field 4,243.1' + 800 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 34
H/W +6 · X/W 0 kt

METAR & TAF A32

A32 does not publish a METAR.

Showing the nearest reporting station: KLMT (CRATER LAKE/KLAMATH RGNL) · 19.4 NM away. Conditions at A32 may differ.

METAR · KLMT

Observed 23:53Z

KLMT 272353Z 36006KT 10SM CLR 12/M03 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP152 60000 T01221033 10133 20100 58000
Wind
360° @ 6 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
12°C / -3°C
Altimeter
29.98 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
4,827 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
5 NM SW
VFR sectional
KLAMATH FALLS
Pattern altitude
800 ft AGL · 5,043 ft MSL
ARTCC
ZSE · SEATTLE
NOTAM facility
RIU (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
ADAM FILIPPONE
Address
190 GREENHORN ROAD, YREKA CA 96097

Flight service · Hours

FSS RIU
RANCHO MURIETA1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • Unattended

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
360° · 6 kt
RWY 34
341°M
Head/Tail
+6 kt
Crosswind
0 kt

Pattern entry · RWY 34

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 34 · 341° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 5,043 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
16/34Favored161° / 341°4,300 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
1615', road, 520' from thr, 0' R of cntrln, slope 21
345', fence, 350' from thr, 0' R of cntrln, slope 28

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
A32 · 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
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted
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

  • The airport is restricted by the airport owner to aircraft with a maximum certified takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or less. Call the airport manager at 530-842-8259 for more information.Show FAA
  • Taxiway lights are available only at the entrance to taxiways.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery, contact Seattle ARTCC at 253-351-3694.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Medium intensity runway lights on runway 16/34 are activated by keying frequency 122.9 five times.Show FAA

Other notes

  • MANAGERThe airport manager's email address is AFILIPPONE@CO.SISKIYOU.CA.US.Show FAA
  • MANAGERThe airport manager's office is located in Yreka.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · A32

Answer card
ICAO
A32
Name
BUTTE VALLEY
Location
DORRIS, CALIFORNIA
Elevation
4,243.1 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
5,043.1 ft MSL (800 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
16/34 · 4,300 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
1
Magnetic variation
18°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
360° at 6 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 34

Butte Valley Airport sits in Dorris, California. The field elevation is 4,243.1 ft MSL. It has one runway. Runway 16/34 is 4,300 ft long with asphalt pavement. The airport is not towered. CTAF is 122.9.

Pattern altitude is 800 ft AGL, which puts the traffic pattern at 5,043.1 ft MSL. No ILS approaches are published here, so plan with current charts and weather in mind before you go. The airport is restricted by the owner to aircraft with a maximum certified takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or less. That matters if you are bringing a heavier airplane. Taxiway lights are only at the taxiway entrances. Runway lights on 16/34 are activated by keying 122.9 five times.

There are no on-field FBOs listed. Check with the airport manager before arrival if you need current services. The manager is based in Yreka. The published remarks also note clearance delivery through Seattle ARTCC. With the elevation here, expect high-density-altitude performance to matter on warm days. Review the current FAA Chart Supplement before departure for any updated operational notes or restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at A32?
Pattern altitude is 800 ft AGL. That works out to 5,043.1 ft MSL at Butte Valley Airport.
Does Butte Valley Airport have a tower?
No. A32 is non-towered. Use CTAF 122.9 for self-announced traffic calls.
What runway is available at A32 and how long is it?
A32 has one runway. Runway 16/34 is 4,300 ft long and asphalt.
Are there any ILS approaches at Butte Valley Airport?
No ILS approaches are published for A32. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach data before you go.
How do you turn on the runway lights at A32?
Runway lights on 16/34 are pilot-controlled. Key up frequency 122.9 five times to activate the medium intensity lights.
Is there a weight limit at Butte Valley Airport?
Yes. The airport is restricted by the owner to aircraft with a maximum certified takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or less. Call the airport manager at 530-842-8259 if you need clarification.
Which FBOs are on the field at A32?
No on-field FBOs are listed for A32. FBO options vary. Contact the airport operator directly before arrival, or call the field on CTAF/UNICOM for current FBO availability.
What should I know about flying into A32 on a hot day?
The field elevation is 4,243.1 ft MSL, so density altitude can be a factor. Expect takeoff and climb performance to be affected more than at a low-elevation airport, especially with a full load.

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