KSAC

VFR

SACRAMENTO EXEC

SACRAMENTO · CALIFORNIA

Elev
23.4'
Longest RWY
5,503'02/20
Tower
06:00–21:00
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR20:53Z
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Before you fly into KSAC
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Towered
06:00–21:00 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
1,023.4'
MSL · field 23.4' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 20
H/W +4 · X/W 4 kt R

METAR & TAF KSAC

Current METAR

Observed 20:53Z

KSAC 272053Z 26006KT 10SM CLR 20/07 A3002 RMK AO2 SLP164 T02000067 58005
Wind
260° @ 6 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
20°C / 7°C
Altimeter
30.02 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
505 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 S
VFR sectional
SAN FRANCISCO
ARTCC
ZOA · OAKLAND
NOTAM facility
SAC (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
RON OGLE
Address
6151 FREEPORT BLVD, SACRAMENTO CA 95822

Flight service · Hours

FSS RIU
RANCHO MURIETA1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0800-1600

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
ATIS / D-ATIS
Clearance / Ground
Tower / Local
Approach / Departure

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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260° · 6 kt
RWY 20
199°M
Head/Tail
+4 kt
Crosswind
4 kt R

Pattern entry · RWY 20

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 20 · 199° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,023 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
02/20Favored19° / 199°5,503 ftASPHStandard L
12/30119° / 299°3,837 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
02MALSR33', tree, 1350' from thr, 275' R of cntrln, slope 34
20PAPI 4-box left(3°)40', tree, 1430' from thr, 250' R of cntrln, slope 30
12PAPI 4-box left(3°)40', tree, 1200' from thr, 201' R of cntrln, slope 25
30PAPI 4-box left(3.5°)50', tree, 1050' from thr, 100' R of cntrln, slope 17

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

ILS · 1

RWY 02
LS · CAT I
SAC
110.3
ILS OR LOC RWY 02
KSAC · 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)
HIGH/LOW
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
AFRT,AMB,AVNCS,CHTR,INSTR,RNTL,SALES,SURV

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Landing fee
No fee published
Customs
Not available
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SEE RMK
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

  • No mid-field, intersection, or formation takeoffs are permitted.Show FAA
  • No touch-and-go landings, low approaches, or practice instrument approaches are permitted between 2100 and 0600 local. For more information call 916-874-0359.Show FAA
  • Birds are in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • There is a ditch and concrete bridge in the runway 02/20 safety area located 500 feet prior to runway 02 threshold on centerline.Show FAA
  • Prior permission from the airport operator is required for aircraft over 50,000 pounds maximum takeoff weight.Show FAA
  • Runway 12 blast pad markings are not standard.Show FAA
  • Runway 20 is the calm wind runway.Show FAA
  • The airport has 24-hour emergency service at 916-929-5000.Show FAA
  • Distance between taxiway A and taxiway B centerline is 75 feet.Show FAA
  • Golf course lights shine across runway 02 final approach 800 feet runway centerline dusk to 2200.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery when the air traffic control tower is closed, contact NorCal Approach at 916-361-6874.Show FAA
  • Airport noise abatement procedures are in effect from 2100 to 0600. For more information call (916) 875-9037 or (916) 875-9035.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • The airport beacon is active from dusk to dawn. When the tower is closed, activate the airport beacon on the CTAF.Show FAA
  • From dusk to dawn, when the tower is closed, activate all airfield lights on the CTAF.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Traffic pattern altitude is 1000 feet except 1500 feet for turbine and large aircraft.Show FAA
  • OWNERThe airport is operated by the County of Sacramento.Show FAA
  • MANAGERAirport manager email is FLESHMANL@SACCOUNTY.GOV.Show FAA
  • MANAGERAirport manager hours are 0800 to 1630 Monday through Friday.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

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Key facts · KSAC

Answer card
ICAO
KSAC
Name
SACRAMENTO EXEC
Location
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
Elevation
23.4 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,023.4 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 0600-2100
Total runways
2
Longest runway
02/20 · 5,503 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
10
Magnetic variation
14°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
260° at 6 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 20

Sacramento Executive Airport is in Sacramento, California. The field elevation is 23.4 ft MSL. It has two asphalt runways. The longest is runway 02/20 at 5,503 ft. The tower is open daily from 0600 to 2100 local. One ILS approach is published for runway 02.

Pattern altitude is not published. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. Modern Aviation is on the field. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Call ahead at (916) 428-8292 x1 for current service details. The airport is operated by the County of Sacramento.

A few local items matter here. Birds are reported in the area. Runway 20 is listed as the calm wind runway. There is a ditch and concrete bridge in the runway 02/20 safety area 500 ft before the runway 02 threshold on centerline. Golf course lights can shine across the runway 02 final approach path from dusk to 2200. When the tower is closed, use the CTAF to activate all airfield lights from dusk to dawn. No touch-and-go landings, low approaches, or practice instrument approaches are allowed between 2100 and 0600 local. Pilots should also note the airport sits in busy Sacramento airspace. Stay sharp on radio work.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KSAC?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts provided. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current FAA Chart Supplement says otherwise.
What are the tower hours at Sacramento Executive (KSAC)?
The tower is open from 0600 to 2100 local. Outside those hours, use the CTAF and follow the published lighting activation note.
Which runway is the longest at KSAC?
Runway 02/20 is the longest runway. It is 5,503 ft long and has asphalt pavement.
Does KSAC have an ILS approach?
Yes. One ILS approach is published for runway 02.
Which FBO is on the field at KSAC?
Modern Aviation is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. Call (916) 428-8292 x1 for current service details.
Is there a night restriction for touch-and-goes at KSAC?
Yes. No touch-and-go landings, low approaches, or practice instrument approaches are permitted between 2100 and 0600 local. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for any other published restrictions before flying in.
How do you activate the lights at KSAC when the tower is closed?
From dusk to dawn, when the tower is closed, activate all airfield lights on the CTAF. Use the published CTAF frequency for the field.
What runway should I expect with calm winds at KSAC?
Runway 20 is listed as the calm wind runway. Confirm winds and runway assignment with ATC or the tower when it is open.

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