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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5CA8
Elevation
480 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
38.256, -120.932
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
480 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
OAKLAND
Coordinates
38.2563, -120.9316
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KJAQ 131535Z AUTO 24003KT 10SM CLR 14/10 A3007 RMK AO1 T01420098
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
240° at 3 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
14.2°C
Dewpoint
9.8°C
Altimeter
1018.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KJAQ (11 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 15:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Buena Vista Amador
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
2 NM away
Mt Zion
West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
19 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 1,481 ft | 40 ft | DIRT | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5CA8.
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5CA8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HOWARD /PRIVATE/ (5CA8) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in IONE, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 480 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.2563°N, 120.9316°W.
Runways
HOWARD /PRIVATE/ has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 1,481 feet by 40 feet with a dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
HOWARD /PRIVATE/ is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near HOWARD /PRIVATE/, 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 HOWARD /PRIVATE/ 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 5CA8?
5CA8 is the ICAO identifier for HOWARD /PRIVATE/, a public-use airport located in IONE, California, United States.
How many runways does HOWARD /PRIVATE/ have?
HOWARD /PRIVATE/ (5CA8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5CA8?
The field elevation of HOWARD /PRIVATE/ is 480 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5CA8?
No fuel types are currently listed for HOWARD /PRIVATE/. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5CA8?
The current flight category at HOWARD /PRIVATE/ is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5CA8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for HOWARD /PRIVATE/.
How do I access complete data for 5CA8?
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Where is HOWARD /PRIVATE/ located?
HOWARD /PRIVATE/ (5CA8) is located in IONE, California, United States, at an elevation of 480 ft MSL.
Does 5CA8 have weather cameras?
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