KCLS

VFR

CHEHALIS-CENTRALIA

CHEHALIS · WASHINGTON

Elev
177.2'
Longest RWY
5,000'16/34
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR21:35Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KCLS
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,177.2'
MSL · field 177.2' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 16
H/W +7 · X/W 2 kt L

METAR & TAF KCLS

Current METAR

Observed 21:35Z

KCLS 272135Z AUTO 16007KT 10SM FEW025 BKN035 OVC042 13/10 A3006 RMK AO2
Wind
160° @ 7 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
13°C / 10°C
Altimeter
30.06 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
-194 ft
Ceiling
3,500 ft AGL
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
1 NM W
VFR sectional
SEATTLE
ARTCC
ZSE · SEATTLE
NOTAM facility
SEA (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
BRANDON RAKES
Address
880 NW AIRPORT ROAD, CHEHALIS WA 98532

Flight service · Hours

FSS SEA
SEATTLE1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • MON-FRI · 0700-1700

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
Approach / Departure

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
160° · 7 kt
RWY 16
162°M
Head/Tail
+7 kt
Crosswind
2 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 16

RIGHT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 16 · 162° · RIGHT TRAFFICPattern 1,177 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
16/34Favored162° / 342°5,000 ftCONC16 R

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
16PAPI 4-box left(3°)
34VASI 2-box left(3.5°)

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

RNAV (GPS) RWY 16
KCLS · IAP
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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
100LLA
Oxygen (bottled)
Low pressure
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
INSTR,RNTL

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

  • Traffic pattern is to the west on all runway approaches.Show FAA
  • Weekend glider activity occurs in spring, summer, and early fall.Show FAA
  • Possible wildlife on runways.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery, contact Seattle ARTCC at 253-351-3694.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Runway 16 and 34 have runway end identifier lights activated. Runway 16 has a precision approach path indicator. Runways 16 and 34 have medium intensity runway lights controlled by the common traffic advisory frequency.Show FAA

Fuel notes

  • 100LLFuel is available 24 hours by credit card only. Debit cards are not accepted.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Established prior to 15 May 1959.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KCLS

Answer card
ICAO
KCLS
Name
CHEHALIS-CENTRALIA
Location
CHEHALIS, WASHINGTON
Elevation
177.2 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,177.2 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
16/34 · 5,000 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
4
Magnetic variation
16°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
160° at 7 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 16

Chehalis-Centralia Airport sits in Chehalis, Washington. Field elevation is 177.2 ft MSL. The airport has one runway, 16/34, at 5,000 ft. There is no control tower. Traffic uses CTAF 122.8. The published pattern is not listed in the facts, so assume the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.

No ILS approaches are published here. Seattle approach is listed on 121.1 and 377.15 for radar services. The airport uses magnetic variation of 16°. The runway has medium intensity lights on the CTAF. Runway end identifier lights are installed on both ends. Runway 16 also has a PAPI. The published traffic pattern is to the west on all runway approaches. That matters here because the field also notes weekend glider activity in spring, summer and early fall. Wildlife on the runway is also a published concern.

The on-field FBO is Chehalis-Centralia Airport. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Fuel is available 24 hours by credit card only. Debit cards are not accepted. For clearance delivery, contact Seattle ARTCC at 253-351-3694 before departure if you need it.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway length at KCLS and which runway is the longest?
KCLS has one runway. Runway 16/34 is 5,000 ft long, so that is also the longest runway on the field.
Does Chehalis-Centralia Airport have an ILS approach?
No ILS approaches are published for KCLS. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach list before you go.
What is the pattern altitude at KCLS?
A published pattern altitude was not provided in the facts. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Which way is the traffic pattern at KCLS?
The published traffic pattern is to the west on all runway approaches. Plan your downwind to stay clear of that side of the field.
Is KCLS towered?
No. KCLS is an uncontrolled airport. Use CTAF 122.8 for self-announced traffic and coordinate closely with other aircraft in the pattern.
What fuel is available on the field at KCLS?
The on-field FBO is Chehalis-Centralia Airport. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Fuel is available 24 hours by credit card only.
Are there any operational issues to watch for at KCLS?
Yes. Published remarks call out weekend glider activity in spring, summer and early fall. Wildlife on the runway is also noted. Keep a sharp scan on taxi, takeoff and landing.
What should I know about lighting and night operations at KCLS?
Runways 16 and 34 have medium intensity lights controlled by CTAF. Runway 16 also has a PAPI. Verify lighting status before a night arrival.

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