KMAE

VFR

MADERA MUNI

MADERA · CALIFORNIA

Elev
255.2'
Longest RWY
5,545'12/30
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR17:53Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KMAE
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,255.2'
MSL · field 255.2' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 30
H/W +7 · X/W 2 kt L

METAR & TAF KMAE

Current METAR

Observed 17:53Z

KMAE 271753Z AUTO 30007KT 10SM CLR 17/05 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP169 T01670050 10172 20078 50003
Wind
300° @ 7 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
17°C / 5°C
Altimeter
30.04 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
408 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
3 NM NW
VFR sectional
SAN FRANCISCO
ARTCC
ZOA · OAKLAND
NOTAM facility
MAE (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
DAVID AUSTIN
Address
4020 AVIATION DR, MADERA CA 93637

Flight service · Hours

FSS RIU
RANCHO MURIETA1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • MON-FRI · 0700-1600

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
Approach / Departure
Other

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

tap a runway
300° · 7 kt
RWY 30
302°M
Head/Tail
+7 kt
Crosswind
2 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 30

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 30 · 302° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,255 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
12/30Favored122° / 302°5,545 ftASPH12 R

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
12PAPI 2-box left(3°)
30PAPI 2-box left(3°)MALSF

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 12
KMAE · 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)
HIGH/LOW
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
AGRI,AVNCS,INSTR,PAJA,SALES

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

  • For clearance delivery contact Fresno Approach at 559-454-9805.Show FAA
  • Parachute jumping occurs on the airport.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Medium intensity runway lights are active on runway 12/30. Precision approach path indicators are installed on runways 12 and 30. Runway end identifier lights are installed on runway 12. Medium intensity approach lighting system with sequenced flashing lights is installed on runway 30. A wind tee is located on the common traffic advisory frequency.Show FAA
  • Ultralight activity occurs on and in the vicinity of the airport. The ultralight flight pattern is 500 feet above ground level northeast of runway 12/30.Show FAA

Fuel notes

  • AJet A fuel is available with single point pressure refueling via truck.Show FAA
  • 100LLFuel is available 24 hours with automated credit card.Show FAA

Runway surface & condition

  • 12/30There is a 200 foot by 150 foot asphalt overrun on runway 12. There is a 200 foot by 150 foot asphalt overrun on runway 30.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 30Rubber build-up obscures the centerline marking on runway 30.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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

Key facts · KMAE

Answer card
ICAO
KMAE
Name
MADERA MUNI
Location
MADERA, CALIFORNIA
Elevation
255.2 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,255.2 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
12/30 · 5,545 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
4
Magnetic variation
13°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
300° at 7 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 30

Madera Muni sits in Madera, California. Field elevation is 255.2 ft MSL. The airport has one runway. Runway 12/30 is 5,545 ft long, which is the longest runway on the field. There is no control tower. Clearance delivery is handled through Fresno Approach. The published frequencies include CTAF and UNICOM on 122.8. Fresno Approach and departure are on 119.45.

No ILS approaches are published here. Pattern altitude is not published in the facts, so use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise. On-field fuel is available from C&T Aviation and Madera Jet Center. Both carry 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. 100LL is available 24 hours with automated credit card. Jet A is available by truck with single point pressure refueling.

The runway has medium intensity lights. PAPI is installed on both ends. REIL is installed on runway 12. Runway 30 has a medium intensity approach lighting system with sequenced flashing lights. Be aware of the published runway 30 centerline rubber buildup. Ultralight activity occurs on and near the airport. The ultralight pattern is 500 ft AGL northeast of runway 12/30. Parachute jumping also occurs on the airport. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement and call ahead if you want the latest local operating picture.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway length at Madera Muni (KMAE)?
KMAE has one runway. Runway 12/30 is 5,545 ft long.
Does KMAE have any ILS approaches?
No ILS approaches are published for KMAE. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach list before you go.
What is the pattern altitude at KMAE?
The facts do not publish a pattern altitude for KMAE. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Is Madera Muni towered?
No. KMAE is an untowered airport. Use CTAF 122.8 for self-announced traffic. Expect UNICOM on the same frequency.
Which FBOs are on the field at KMAE?
C&T Aviation and Madera Jet Center are on field. Both carry 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Call them directly for current service details.
Can I get 100LL at Madera Muni after hours?
Yes. The published remarks say 100LL is available 24 hours with automated credit card. Confirm current access details with the FBO directly before arrival.
What should I know about runway 12/30 at KMAE?
Runway 12/30 has medium intensity lights. PAPI is installed on both ends. Runway 30 also has approach lighting with sequenced flashing lights. The published remarks note rubber buildup on the centerline.
Are there any special traffic concerns at KMAE?
Yes. Ultralight activity occurs on and near the airport. The ultralight pattern is 500 ft AGL northeast of runway 12/30. Parachute jumping also occurs on the airport.

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