Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport (KL62)

Airport Overview

Located in CA, Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport (KL62) serves as a general aviation point of entry for the Buttonwillow area. The airfield offers 1 runway(s) — 3,260 feet on the primary strip — for private and corporate traffic. Private and corporate operators value Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport for efficient departures without commercial terminal congestion. For official FAA airport data, visit the FAA Airport Data portal or AirNav KL62.

Private Aviation Briefing

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport provides general aviation access to the Buttonwillow area. The field sits at 326 ft MSL MSL. Here is the charter and operational briefing for KL62.

U.S. General Aviation Context

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport is part of the U.S. National Airspace System, regulated by the FAA. As a CA facility, the airport contributes to the regional transportation network connecting Buttonwillow to the broader aviation system. FAA Part 135 charter operators serve this airport, and The Jet Finder can source aircraft positioned near KL62 for on-demand charter.

Runway Capability

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport's 3260-foot runway limits operations to piston aircraft, light turboprops, and select short-field-capable jets. The Pilatus PC-12 (2,600 ft required), Cessna Caravan, and King Air C90 are among the turbine aircraft that can use fields of this length. Charter passengers should coordinate with The Jet Finder to identify aircraft types suited to KL62's runway.

Charter Considerations

When chartering from Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport, consider the round-trip economics. One-way charters incur a repositioning fee (the empty leg back to base). Round-trips from KL62 eliminate this cost. For one-way flights, The Jet Finder checks for aircraft that need to reposition through Buttonwillow anyway, reducing or eliminating the empty-leg premium.

What to Know Before You Fly

Arrive at the FBO 15 to 20 minutes before departure. That is the entire pre-flight process for private charter from Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport. No security lines, no boarding groups, no gate announcements. Your vehicle pulls up to the aircraft, luggage is loaded directly, and you board at your convenience.

Safety & Planning

The Jet Finder sources charter aircraft exclusively from FAA Part 135 certified operators. Every crew flying from Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport meets federal duty time, rest, and recurrency requirements. We verify operator certifications, audit history, and insurance coverage before presenting any aircraft option from KL62 to our clients.

Airport Selection Strategy

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport serves the Buttonwillow market for private aviation. Airport selection affects charter cost through positioning fees, landing charges, and fuel prices. An airport 20 miles farther from your destination but with lower fees and better aircraft availability can save thousands on a charter. The Jet Finder runs this analysis for every booking from the Buttonwillow area.

Seasonal Factors

Summer density altitude affects aircraft performance at Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport, particularly on hot afternoons when field elevation of 326 ft MSL increases effective altitude. Early morning departures maximize payload and performance from KL62. The Jet Finder schedules departures to optimize aircraft performance when density altitude is a factor.

Location & Address

Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport is positioned at coordinates 35.3527° N, -119.4790° W, at 326 feet above mean sea level. Ground transportation from KL62 to Buttonwillow proper is typically a short drive. Private aviation eliminates the hours that commercial airport processing adds to your trip.

Runways & Facilities

The 3,260-foot runway at Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport supports piston aircraft, turboprops, and very light jets (VLJs) under favorable conditions. Light jet operators should verify takeoff and landing performance against current density altitude and weight. Midsize jets typically require a longer field.

FBOs & Ground Services

Aircraft services at KL62 are handled by the airport's fixed base operation. Standard general aviation services — fuel, parking, aircraft positioning — are typically available during operating hours. Contact Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport directly for current service hours, fuel pricing, and hangar availability.

Charter a Jet from Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport

Departing Buttonwillow by private jet means using Elk Hills Buttonwillow Airport (KL62) instead of fighting commercial terminals. The Jet Finder connects you with charter aircraft suited to KL62's runway capabilities and your mission requirements. No markup. Direct operator access.