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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
44CL
Elevation
35 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
39.048, -121.950
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
35 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
OAKLAND
Coordinates
39.0479, -121.9504
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KSMF 132253Z 33005KT 10SM CLR 28/09 A3000 RMK AO2 SLP160 T02780094
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
27.8°C
Dewpoint
9.4°C
Altimeter
1016.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KSMF (30 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 22:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 44CL. Showing nearest cameras.
Sutter Buttes
NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
12 NM away
Williams Glider Port
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
13 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 2,323 ft | 30 ft | ASPH | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 44CL.
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44CL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BALSDON (44CL) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in GRIMES, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 35 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.0479°N, 121.9504°W.
Runways
BALSDON has 1 runway. The longest runway (12/30) measures 2,323 feet by 30 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
BALSDON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BALSDON, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at BALSDON is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 44CL?
44CL is the ICAO identifier for BALSDON, a public-use airport located in GRIMES, California, United States.
How many runways does BALSDON have?
BALSDON (44CL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 44CL?
The field elevation of BALSDON is 35 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 44CL?
No fuel types are currently listed for BALSDON. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 44CL?
The current flight category at BALSDON is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 44CL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BALSDON.
How do I access complete data for 44CL?
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Where is BALSDON located?
BALSDON (44CL) is located in GRIMES, California, United States, at an elevation of 35 ft MSL.
Does 44CL have weather cameras?
44CL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.