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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
CL61
FAA
CL61
Elevation
505 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.382, -118.970
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
505 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
LOS ANGELES
Coordinates
35.3824, -118.9696
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KBFL 272054Z 33008KT 10SM CLR 28/13 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP117 T02780133 57019 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
330° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
27.8°C
Dewpoint
13.3°C
Altimeter
1012.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KBFL (6 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 20:54Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at CL61. Showing nearest cameras.
Mebane
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
17 NM away
Mojave Air and Space Port
South · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
52 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 70 ft | 70 ft | ROOF-TOP | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for CL61.
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CL61 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
KERN MEDICAL (CL61) is a publicly owned heliport restricted to private use located in BAKERSFIELD, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 505 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.3824°N, 118.9696°W.
Helipads
KERN MEDICAL has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 70 feet by 70 feet with a roof-top surface.
Communications & Operations
KERN MEDICAL is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near KERN MEDICAL, 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 KERN MEDICAL 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 CL61?
CL61 is the ICAO identifier for KERN MEDICAL, a public-use airport located in BAKERSFIELD, California, United States.
How many runways does KERN MEDICAL have?
KERN MEDICAL (CL61) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of CL61?
The field elevation of KERN MEDICAL is 505 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at CL61?
No fuel types are currently listed for KERN MEDICAL. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at CL61?
The current flight category at KERN MEDICAL is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at CL61?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for KERN MEDICAL.
How do I access complete data for CL61?
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Where is KERN MEDICAL located?
KERN MEDICAL (CL61) is located in BAKERSFIELD, California, United States, at an elevation of 505 ft MSL.
Does CL61 have weather cameras?
CL61 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.