Airport Overview
The Davis/Woodland/Winters, CA region is served by Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (KDWA), a public-use airport at 100 feet elevation. The field maintains 1 runway(s), with the longest measuring 6,000 feet on N/A surface. Operators and private travelers use Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport for its direct ramp access and minimal ground delays. For official FAA airport data, visit the FAA Airport Data portal or AirNav KDWA.
Private Aviation Briefing
Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (KDWA) serves Davis/Woodland/Winters at 100 ft MSL elevation. This briefing covers the private aviation considerations for operators, passengers, and flight departments using this facility.
U.S. General Aviation Context
Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters 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 Davis/Woodland/Winters to the broader aviation system. FAA Part 135 charter operators serve this airport, and The Jet Finder can source aircraft positioned near KDWA for on-demand charter.
Runway Capability
6000 feet of runway at Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport supports light jets through most super-midsize jets. Aircraft like the Phenom 300, Citation XLS, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280 operate comfortably from KDWA. Heavy jets (Gulfstream G550/G650, Global Express) require performance calculations accounting for temperature, weight, and field elevation before committing to this runway length.
Charter Considerations
When chartering from Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport, consider the round-trip economics. One-way charters incur a repositioning fee (the empty leg back to base). Round-trips from KDWA eliminate this cost. For one-way flights, The Jet Finder checks for aircraft that need to reposition through Davis/Woodland/Winters 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 Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters 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 Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport meets federal duty time, rest, and recurrency requirements. We verify operator certifications, audit history, and insurance coverage before presenting any aircraft option from KDWA to our clients.
Airport Selection Strategy
Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport serves the Davis/Woodland/Winters 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 Davis/Woodland/Winters area.
Seasonal Factors
Summer density altitude affects aircraft performance at Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport, particularly on hot afternoons when field elevation of 100 ft MSL increases effective altitude. Early morning departures maximize payload and performance from KDWA. The Jet Finder schedules departures to optimize aircraft performance when density altitude is a factor.
Location & Address
Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport is positioned at coordinates 38.5791° N, -121.8570° W, at 100 feet above mean sea level. Ground transportation from KDWA to Davis/Woodland/Winters proper is typically a short drive. Private aviation eliminates the hours that commercial airport processing adds to your trip.
Runways & Facilities
The 6,000-foot runway at Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport accommodates all private jet categories without significant restriction, from light jets through super-midsize and many heavy jets. Aircraft like the Challenger 350, Citation Latitude, and Gulfstream G280 operate routinely at fields of this length.
FBOs & Ground Services
For ground services at Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (KDWA), contact the airport office or on-field operator. Available services may include tiedowns, fuel, and basic ground handling. Larger aircraft or special handling requests should be arranged in advance to ensure availability.
Charter a Jet from Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport
Charter operations from Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (KDWA) connect Davis/Woodland/Winters to destinations across the country. The Jet Finder sources aircraft from a nationwide network of FAA Part 135 operators, matching runway capabilities at KDWA with the right aircraft for your route.
Fly Private from KDWA
The Jet Finder coordinates charter flights from Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport. Tell us your destination, dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KDWA's runway and facilities.
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